Executive Director Learning Technologies and Simulation

Our promise to you:

Continuing your journey with 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.

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

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Job Description:

•    Manages all aspects of the Learning Technologies team, and the multiple Medical Simulation Centers and Labs across the AdventHealth system to ensure a smooth and efficient operation. Able to sort priorities, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and accomplish those of greatest importance. Maintains awareness of management responsibilities and project status to minimize delays effectively while maintaining quality.
•    Serves as an expert liaison to Acute Care Services, Integrated Health Services, and all Support business units (Finance, Clinical, People, Strategy, and Learning) for all aspects of learning technologies, simulations, training, exercises and resuscitation certification. Provides counsel, assistance and guidance for simulated learning curriculum development, course/scenario development and facilitation, and post-course evaluation.
•    Architects, deploys, and operates a system-wide clinical simulation management IT system that uses web-based technologies to capture, organize, and analyze AdventHealth’ s full spectrum of simulation training efforts and associated data/metrics
•    Plans, designs, implements and develops evaluation measures for simulation-based learning. Integrates simulation learning into new and existing curriculum aligned with organizational, campus and specialty goals, outcomes and strategies. Advises system and campus educators on improving learning outcomes using simulation scenarios and technologies.
•    Develops and integrates critical thinking simulations and skills training into new hire orientations and clinical curriculum to improve and standardize new employees’ performance. Utilizes principles of education and adult learning to provide opportunities and experiences for professional growth consistent with the Novice to Expert continuum.
•    Leads the department’s budget process, including planning, programming, budgeting and execution of multiple teams and cost centers. Develops and manages department budgets and budgets for capital and operational equipment, staff and supplies. Manages the labor needs and training of the departments. 
•    Leads all strategic planning efforts and organizational program execution within Learning Technologies, Simulation & Training that supports human capital needs. This includes employees, agency and non-employed (contractor) associates. Develops strategic simulation framework development for system-wide medical simulation, training and resuscitation certification. Forecasts and manages all Learning Technologies, Simulation & Training resources (facilities, instrumentation systems, learners, instructors, facilitators, operations specialists, role players, simulators, task trainers and supplies).
•    Determines the needs of the system, campus, departments, service lines/strategic business units, leaders and staff related to simulation learning, education, training, learning technologies, training, exercises and resuscitation certification. Plans all aspects of facility expansion and prioritizes work based on the identified needs of internal customers relative to the system-level strategic initiatives assessment.
•    Continually assesses opportunities for improvement in all aspects of simulation and learning technologies. Identifies and incorporates new technologies into existing learning environments.
•    Identifies and coordinates the management of risk and quality assurance issues that arise, escalating unresolved problems to the appropriate decision-making bodies, as needed.
•    Routinely audits Simulation Labs/Centers courses, AdventHealth University academic programs and GME programs to ensure adherence to simulation best practices and quality assurance.
•    Partners with healthcare simulation community of interest on all aspects of improving best practices in simulation learning including curriculum development, simulation space utilization, and simulation staff training techniques to improve patient outcomes, patient safety and staff safety.
•    Develops strategic relationships in the system, local community and across the national and international simulation community, including hospital industry, vendors, government, military, and academia. Partners appropriately on all aspects of simulation learning including curriculum development, simulation space and research.
•    Oversees the coordination of all aspects of planning, facilitating, and executing simulation courses, conferences and workshops. Conducts post-simulation debriefings, trains educators in best practice debriefing skills, and standardizes the debriefing model across the system.
•    Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
•    Strong leadership skills, initiative, organization, and self-direction [Required]•    Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills [Required]•    Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information in understandable terms to all levels of leaders and staff [Required]•    Ability to work in a matrix-management environment to achieve organizational goals [Required]•    Ability to develop strategic plans, lead change, gain interdepartmental buy-in, and integrate capabilities across different departments [Required]•    Subject matter expert in simulation, training and exercise development [Required]•    Expertise in command and control of emergency operations/incident command centers [Required]•    Expertise in learning technologies and training, educational and operational processes to gather and analyze evidence-based data and effectively present to various levels of audiences [Required]•    Expert knowledge of simulation training technology including simulators, gaming simulations, visual tools, blended learning tools, virtual environments, and computer/audiovisual systems [Required]•    Expertise in training and development of individuals and teams [Required]•    Effective computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint [Required]•    Knowledge of technology integration to healthcare practice and equipment [Preferred]•    Current knowledge of acute, hospital-based care and national initiatives [Preferred]

Education:
• Master's [Required]

Field of Study:
• In Simulation, Technology, Education, Healthcare, Administration, or related field of study

Work Experience:
• 7+ years of leadership experience in: healthcare, training, exercise development, leadership development or simulation [Required]• 8+ years of leadership experience in: healthcare, training, exercise development, leadership development or simulation [Preferred]

Additional Information:

• N/A
 

Licenses and Certifications:
• Registered Nurse (RN) [Preferred]• TeamSTEPPS Master Trainer (STEPPS) [Preferred]• Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) [Preferred]

• Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator – Advanced (CHSE-A) [Preferred]

• Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) [Preferred]• Six Sigma Black Belt Certification (CSSBB) [Preferred]• Project Management Professional (PMP) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements – https://tinyurl.com/23km2677

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range:

$168,367.88 – $313,158.58

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.