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Job Summary:
The Simulation Lab Assistant provides crucial operational, technical, and
administrative support to the Simulation Center and the Director of
Simulation. This role ensures the smooth daily operation of the nursing
simulation labs, prepares high-fidelity and low-fidelity environments for
student experiences, manages specialized inventory, and assists faculty and
students during active simulation scenarios, skill labs, and objective
structured clinical examinations (OSCEs).
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:
Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this
position. It in no way states or implies that the responsibilities listed are
the only duties required to perform in this position. The omission of specific
statements of duties does not exclude them from the position responsibilities
if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.
Operations & Lab Preparation
Scenario Setup & Teardown: Physically prepare simulation rooms, task
trainers, and high-fidelity mannequins according to specific course
objectives and faculty blueprints (e.g., setting up moulage, IV lines,
medications, and clinical props). Clean and reset the rooms efficiently
between sessions
Technology Readiness: Power up, test, and troubleshoot simulators, audio-
visual recording systems (such as Zoom Education, CAE, or Laerdal
systems), and electronic health record (EHR) software prior to student
arrival
Environment Realism: Maintain an authentic clinical environment, ensuring
that patient care bays look identical to a live hospital or outpatient
setting
Inventory, Procurement, & Maintenance
Stock Management: Track consumable clinical supplies (such as syringes,
PPE, gauze, and IV tubing), noting when items run low and preparing
orders for approval
Vendor Coordination: Assist in organizing quotes and documentation for
medical equipment and simulator maintenance contracts (working with
vendors such as McKesson, Medline, or MedShipment)
Equipment Care: Perform routine preventative maintenance, cleaning, and
proper storage of high-fidelity mannequins and delicate task trainers to
maximize their lifespan
Instructional & Faculty Support
In-Sim Assistance: Serve as a standardized patient, embedded participant
(voice of the patient), or operate the simulator control software during
active mock codes or clinical scenarios
Student Safety & Guidance: Monitor students for safe equipment usage in
the lab during open lab hours or independent practice sessions
Required Skills & Experience:
Previous experience specifically within a healthcare simulation lab
Familiarity with healthcare terminology, basic medical supplies, and
standard patient safety protocols
Education Requirements:
Bachelors degree or in a healthcare, technology, or administrative field
(or equivalent combination of education and clinical environment
experience)
