Simulation Specialist/Nursing Lab Coordinator
Category: Administrative/Professional
Department: Nursing Program
Locations: Batavia, NY
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Position ID: 202750
About Genesee Community College:
Founded in 1966 as part of the prestigious State University of New York (SUNY), Genesee Community College serves a 2500 square mile region in the counties of Genesee, Livingston, Orleans and Wyoming. GCC is a student-centered collegiate community that annually serves more than 4,300 students with 75+ academic degrees, certificates and micro-credentials, and several campus locations in Western New York State. Located in Batavia, GCC is only a short drive away from Buffalo and Rochester.
One of GCC's trademarks is cutting-edge technology that includes the Conable Technology Building, 54 Hyflex Classrooms, 88 smart classrooms, 27 computer labs and 8 science labs. Both the onsite and online learning modalities boast a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, giving students plenty of hands-on, one-to-one teaching and learning opportunities.
EDsmart recently ranked GCC as the number one community college in Western, New York and the fourth best community college in New York State.
The spacious campus boasts a new Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Trades Lab, along with a Criminal Justice lab, Veterinary Tech lab, Solar Electric Technician lab, Nursing lab, Digital Arts Lab and Computerized Drafting & Design Lab. Additionally, the campus houses the Stuart Steiner Performing Arts Center, Roz Steiner Art Gallery, Alfred C. O'Connell Library and Child Care Center. The Richard C. Call Arena features a multi-use field house, classrooms, locker rooms, state-of-the-art fitness center, coach offices and a press box overlooking the new turf field. College Village, a student housing community, offers suite and communal style student housing at the Batavia campus.
SUNY Genesee awards over 250 student scholarships annually and has an extensive Financial Aid program. GCC is committed to providing the educational experiences which promote intellectual and social growth, workforce and economic development and global citizenship. Additional information about GCC is available at www.genesee.edu.
Job Description
GENERAL FUNCTIONS:
The Simulation Specialist/Nursing Laboratory Coordinator provides technical, operational, and educational support for nursing simulation and skills laboratories. Responsibilities include coordinating laboratory operations, maintaining simulation equipment and supplies, supporting simulation and skills activities, assisting with student remediation, and collaborating with faculty to support program outcomes and accreditation requirements.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Laboratory and Simulation Operations
- Coordinate and maintain semester schedules for nursing skills laboratories, simulation activities, and open laboratory availability.
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Prepare, maintain, and organize laboratory and simulation environments, including setup, takedown, storage, and maintenance of equipment, supplies, and linens.
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Maintain, operate, troubleshoot, and coordinate repair of patient care simulators and related laboratory equipment.
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Develop and maintain expertise in simulation, including scenario setup, equipment utilization, software updates, troubleshooting, and debriefing support.
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Coordinate the ordering, inventory management, organization, and distribution of laboratory equipment, supplies, and student laboratory kits, including quote preparation and purchasing coordination.
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Coordinate appropriate disposal of laboratory and clinical materials in accordance with safety, institutional, and regulatory standards.
- Educational and Faculty Support
- Support and coordinate scheduled skills laboratory and simulation activities in collaboration with faculty and established curriculum plans to ensure alignment with course and program learning outcomes.
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Assist faculty with the planning, setup, implementation, and evaluation of simulation-based learning experiences.
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Serve in simulation support roles such as simulation operator, embedded participant, standardized patient coordinator, skills laboratory facilitator, teaching assistant, or debriefing support personnel, as appropriate.
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Facilitate student engagement in simulation and laboratory activities using established simulation best practices while reinforcing faculty-developed learning objectives.
- Provide structured student support, coaching, and remediation opportunities under faculty direction to reinforce skills practice, clinical judgment development, and concept mastery.
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Support faculty in the administration of laboratory practical examinations and electronic testing activities, including formative and summative assessments.
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Observe and document student participation and performance during laboratory and simulation activities and communicate observations to faculty for evaluation and grading purposes.
- Quality, and Program Support
- Collaborate with faculty to support consistency in laboratory instruction, evaluation tools, and performance standards across all program levels.
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Maintain documentation, resources, and operational practices that support ongoing accreditation compliance, including Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) standards.
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Support compliance with New York State Education Department (NYSED), Department of Health (DOH), and institutional requirements related to nursing laboratory and simulation environments.
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Participate in simulation committee meetings, accreditation activities, faculty meetings, and other college or community initiatives related to healthcare education and workforce development.
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Contribute to program initiatives, including grant activities, simulation outreach projects, faculty development support, and resource development.
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Perform other duties related to the area of responsibility as assigned by the Nursing Program Director.
Job Requirements:
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's or associate degree (preferred to be in an applicable science or health field of study).
CERTIFICATIONS:
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Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through an accredited provider (AHA preferred); within 30 days of hire and must remain current throughout employment.
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Must obtain Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) or Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) credential within 24 months of hire, and maintain throughout employment, required.
EXPERIENCE:
Experience in simulation operations, healthcare education, skills laboratory coordination, allied health education, nursing education support, or related healthcare training environments preferred. Experience with scheduling, purchasing, inventory management, electronic recordkeeping, spreadsheets, and educational technology preferred.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and administration while functioning independently with minimal supervision. Demonstrated ability to support student learning and development in laboratory and simulation settings. Strong computer skills, including experience with databases, Microsoft Office applications, simulation technology, and learning management systems. Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in educational and healthcare environments. Ability and willingness to learn specialty simulation software and emerging educational technologies.
Additional Information:
RELATIONSHIPS:
This position reports to the Director of Nursing. The person holding this position must work cooperatively with the nursing faculty and staff.
SALARY AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This is a full-time,12-month professional position. This position is compensated between $49,810.50 - $58,473.20 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Placement within the salary range is dependent upon factors such as direct healthcare simulation experience, advanced certifications and relevant healthcare credentials. Salary, benefits, and conditions of employment are set by the GEA contract.
Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM - 4 PM (35 hours/week); occasional evening and /or weekend flexibility required based on lab schedules.
This position supports simulation, laboratory, and supplemental learning activities under the direction of nursing faculty and does not perform duties requiring nursing licensure, independent nursing instruction, or student competency evaluation for grading purposes.
BENEFITS:
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NYS Retirement
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Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance through Independent Health and Delta Dental
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Vision Insurance through Eye Med
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FSA
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20 vacation days annually, 24 sick days, 4 personal days and 14 holidays annually
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May use up to 10 sick days for family illness
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GCC Tuition Waiver for employee and dependents
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SUNY Tuition assistance at 4-year institutions
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Access to the Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
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Access to the fitness center, pool, studio, walking trails and more at the Richard C. Call Arena
- On Campus dining options for breakfast, lunch and dinner
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Access to approximately 90,000 items via GCC's Library Services
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Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
To apply, visit http://genesee.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=202750
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