Job Information
Bon Secours Mercy Health Simulation Coordinator in Portsmouth, Virginia
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.
Location primarily located at Bridgeway Training Center
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The primary purpose of this position will be to coordinate the execution of education for healthcare professionals in an interdisciplinary, immersive clinical simulation center. This position will play a crucial role in enhancing the learning experiences for staff and students through the effective use of simulation technologies and methodologies. This person will work collaboratively with the Nursing Professional Development Team to ensure program learning objectives are met. Key responsibilities encompass simulation operations to ensure the adoption of simulation best practices to establish and sustain a safe learning environment that fosters active learning and reflective thinking.
Essential Job Functions
Orients associates in the simulation center. This includes professional integrity, equipment, operations, simulation design, pre-briefing, facilitation, effective debriefing, and evaluation.
Collaborates with Nurse Professional Development team to design, implement and expand the application of clinical simulation learning experiences that effectively integrate theory, clinical, and lab activities to meet accreditation standards.
Plans and schedules simulation experiences
Teaches and evaluates associates and students as they demonstrate psychomotor and clinical judgement skills through simulated patient care experiences.
Manages procurement and maintenance of supplies and equipment within the Clinical Simulation Center.
Collaborates with Bon Secours Health System and community partners to provide a learning environment that promotes professional development of healthcare providers as needed.
Serves as a resource and consultant for simulation.
Attends educational conferences and seminars to determine state of the art teaching, learning and research initiatives for the Clinical Simulation Center to enhance professional growth and development.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Registered Nurse Licensure (required)
Basic Life Support- American Heart Association (required)
Education
Bachelor of Science Nursing (required)
Master of Science Nursing (preferred)
Work Experience
Two years of simulation experience (required)
Training
Healthcare Simulation (required)
Language
None
Patient Population
Not applicable to this position
Working Conditions
General office environment.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Prolonged periods of working alone.
* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Physical Requirements
Physical Demands
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X
Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) X
Stoop, Kneel X
Crawling X
Climbing X
Balance X
Bending X
Work Position
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Sitting X
Walking X
Standing X
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Physical Requirements
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Maneuver weight of patients
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity – far
Acuity – near
Hazards
Depth perception
Use of Latex products
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to high pitched noises
Skills
Schedule simulation experiences
Operate high-fidelity simulation equipment
Orient and train faculty
Design, implement and evaluate simulation
Order and maintain equipment/supplies
Set-up and clean-up of simulation experiences
Teach and evaluate students
Communication
Collaboration
Teamwork
Active listening
Conflict Resolution
Relationship Building
Attention to detail
Integrity
Organization
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com