Simulation Lab Operations Manager

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Received Magnet® recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center in January 2019

• Benefits from Day One

• Paid Days Off from Day One

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• Employee Referral Program

• Career Development

• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Debt-free Education (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time

Shift : Exempt

Location: 9100 W 74TH ST, Shawnee Mission, 66204

The community you'll be caring for:

At AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, formerly Shawnee Mission Medical Center, you're more than just a number on a chart. You're a whole person, who functions best when physically, emotionally, and spiritually fit. Find whole-person care, dedicated teams and staff, and a wide variety of medical services, all at our hospital in Shawnee Mission, Kansas.

The role you'll contribute:

The Registered Nurse (RN) coordinates the efforts of the multidisciplinary care team for the patients within his/her scope of responsibility. The RN provides direct patient care, collaborates with patients, families, peers, physicians and other members of the health care team in the delivery of care to a specific patient population. The RN utilizes the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation) in order to maintain and improve patient outcomes.

The RN demonstrates leadership/management skills and a commitment to professional accountability and growth. The RN strives to advance from novice to expert and become an evidence-based scholar in order to provide optimal patient care and advocate on behalf of his/her patients. The RN serves as a role model for the mission, vision and values of Shawnee Mission Health. S/he is accountable for working within the parameters of the Kansas Nurse Practice Act, all regulatory standards and established policies, protocols and procedures.

The value you'll bring to the team:

• Manages all assigned staff and team activities on a daily basis, including full human resources, cost and financial accountabilities. Responsible for performance reviews and provides input on direct reports for human resource decisions such as hiring, promotions and disciplinary actions. Attracts talent, develops staff, and implements an effective performance management process. Receives assignments and objectives and determines tactical approach, resources required, goals, and plan of action with milestones. Works within prescribed guidelines and applies technical knowledge to solve complex problems which may have long-term impact on a department. Creates an effective working environment where communication, professional development and quality are always encouraged. Maintains positive relations, acting as liaison with employees, physicians, patients and community.

• Responsible for all aspects of simulation/training/exercise programs including strategic planning, execution and sustainment. Develops budgets and briefs to department leadership and stakeholders for funding approval. Oversees cost, schedule and performance of assigned programs. Responsible for budget adherence and reporting. Ensures all resources required to fulfill simulation-related programs are provided and sustained. Able to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, working with various departments to ensure the projects are executed smoothly according to hospital guidelines. Ability to effectively lead small and large teams of individuals in support of assigned programs and missions.

• Leads the team that operates all human patient simulator systems, simulation task trainers, associated medical equipment and computer/audiovisual equipment during training exercises. Facilitates operational and technical aspects of post-exercise debriefings using various audiovisual platforms. Troubleshoots technical issues related to networking, audiovisual platforms, and/or simulation equipment. Ensures simulations/events are fully immersive and adhere to accepted best practices in simulation learning including proper room orientation, environmental realism, and application of medical moulage and simulated medical conditions to human patient simulators and/or Standardized Patients/role players.

• Manages the maintenance of all assigned team equipment, including simulators and computer/audiovisual, to ensure proper working order, appropriate maintenance, warranty support, and software updates within assigned program(s). Oversees medical supply inventory procedures required to enhance the delivery of simulation learning within assigned program(s). Maintains accurate inventory of equipment (simulators, hardware and software) and supplies. Forecasts and approves supply reorders as necessary. Ensures team safely transports equipment to various locations for simulation training purposes.

Qualifications
The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed :

• Bachelor's degree in: Nursing, simulation, Technology, Education, Healthcare, Business or applicable discipline.

• Three (3) years of functional area experience in simulation operation/education/training, preferably with human patient simulator platforms and audiovisual equipment/operating software.

• One (1) years of management/leadership experience.

• Based on the assigned AdventHealth facility, may require a valid Driver's License and driving record in accordance with AdventHealth Policy.

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