Job Information
Metropolitan State University Of Denver Nursing Simulation Coordinator in Denver, Colorado
DepartmentNursing
About the University
MSU Denver enrolls over 16,000 students, where nearly 60% are first generation and over 55% are students of color. Located in downtown Denver, we are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution that also offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado. As the third largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission, MSU Denver is a model university for today's students. The University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students. Through affordable, flexible, and holistic education, MSU Denver helps students build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees, and career and life success.
About the College of Health and Human Sciences
The Department of Nursing is housed within the College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS). CHHS embraces inclusivity and an orientation to lifelong learning to prepare diverse students for interculturally competent practice, research, and leadership in their disciplines. Through collaboration and engagement with the community and one another, faculty, staff, and students lead transformative and justice-oriented endeavors to secure the health and well-being of people and their communities.
As a newly established college within the university, CHHS serves about 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students across 8 academic departments and the Health Institute. For more information, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/health-human-sciences/.
Position Summary
The Nursing Simulation Coordinator oversees, manages, coordinates, and evaluates simulation lab activities for the Nursing program. This includes developing, planning, organizing, and implementing simulation-based learning experiences for nursing students. The coordinator will assist with faculty development and collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to ensure the use of simulation space and technology effectively. They will maintain a realistic, safe, educational environment and effectively facilitate debriefing sessions. This full time, 12-month position requires strong organizational, communication, and technical skills to support ongoing accreditation expectations and integration of simulation into the nursi
Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Director of Simulation and Sills Hub, the Nursing Simulation Coordinator will perform the following duties and responsibilities:
Simulation Lab Operations (75%) Coordinate day-to-day operations of the nursing simulation lab, ensuring all simulation scenario-related items are functional and up to date Assist with setting up and maintaining simulation scenarios, standardized patients, simulators, and technical equipment Troubleshoot simulation equipment and software during sessions to minimize disruptions to learning Monitor and ensure appropriate standards of cleanliness, equipment maintenance, repair, and replacement are obvious Cultivate relationships with Simulation and Skills Lab team members to create seamless daily operations Recruit, hire, orient, train, and evaluate new simulation faculty and staff on the use of simulation equipment, software, and best practices for scenario facilitation Provide guidance on effective debriefing techniques and help faculty with post-simulation reflection and evaluation Evaluate simulation faculty and staff on an annual basis or as needed Maintain accurate inventory of simulation equipment and supplies Ensure the safe handling, storage, and maintenance of equipment, including simulators and medical devices Coordinate repairs or replacements of malfunctioning equipment Maintain records of simulation activities, including scenario outcomes, student performance, equipment, and sp ce usage Generate reports on simulation evaluations, learning outcomes, and any issues that arise during simulation sessions Assist in the preparation of reports for accreditation and institutional reviews Other duties as assigned like the above, consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job
Department Support (10%) Collaborate with nursing faculty to integrate simulation into the nursing curriculum and develop scenario-based learning experiences Provide support in the creation of learning objectives for simulation activities Assist in the evaluation and modification of simulation-based scenarios based on student feedback and learning outcomes Participate in Academic Advising as assigned by the department Participate in committees as assigned by the department Promote student safety, critical... For full info follow application link.
Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 50% first generation students and over 45% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.
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