Simulation Specialist

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

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At the UCI Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing and Simulation Center, we are dedicated to educating nursing professionals who elevate patient care and advance community and population health locally and globally. Our mission is to develop leaders in research, education, and clinical practice who champion compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based nursing.
Guided by a strong commitment to inclusive excellence, we prepare nurse scholars who push the boundaries of science to inform and improve practice. We also train future educators and policy specialists equipped to meet the needs of California's and the nation's growing, aging, and increasingly diverse populations.
The Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing offers a full range of academic programs, including the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Science, Master of Science in Nursing Science, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Nursing Science.
The Nursing Simulation Center is an integral component of the school's educational mission, serving as a simulated clinical environment where learners can safely develop and refine their skills, techniques, and clinical decision-making throughout their academic journey.

Applies acquired skills and knowledge of processes, policies, and procedures to support professional health education programs and learners. Coordinates operational aspects of the programs, including curriculum implementation, learner scheduling, database management, compliance tracking, and accreditation support.

This position reports to the Accreditation and Operations Manager, with a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Simulation Center Director. The role supports the simulation, technical, and instructional activities of the Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing, as well as community outreach and relationship-building initiatives.

The incumbent is responsible for the technical operations and instructional support of the Simulation Center, utilizing a diverse skill set in clinical practice, computer systems, and simulation technology. Core responsibilities include planning, setup, operation, and teardown of clinical simulation activities and workshops; ensuring compliance with established best practices, standards, and regulations; and conducting routine maintenance and repair of simulation equipment, partial task trainers, and audiovisual systems.

Additionally, this position serves as a technical instructor for simulation equipment and workshop presentations and assists in delivering tours, outreach events, and demonstrations for internal and external audiences.

Required:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to assess, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment or technology issues promptly.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment; able to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Strong verbal, written, and active listening communication skills. Service-oriented and responsive to questions and requests, with a professional and courteous demeanor.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and relationship-building skills with faculty, staff, and learners.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and time-management skills with strong attention to detail. Able to coordinate complex faculty schedules and maintain precise documentation.
• General knowledge of educational technology and learning management systems; competence in triaging technical issues.
• Ability to obtain Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) or Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) certification within 24 months of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training

Preferred:

• Operational knowledge of Laerdal SimCapture platform.
• Working knowledge of Laerdal simulator systems, including SimPad.
• General knowledge of adult learning theory and educational best practices.
• Current CHSOS certification.
• Previous experience working with healthcare simulation.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Paramedic (EMT-P) certification.
• Basic understanding of policies, regulatory requirements, and health professions education standards.
• Foundational knowledge of administrative processes, data analysis, and operations research, with the ability to implement and improve systems and workflows.
• Data analysis and reporting skills, including the ability to generate, review, and submit accurate reports, and manage data within electronic systems.

Special Conditions:

• * Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment; able to work evenings/weekends when required * Ability to travel for training and professional development

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.