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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for debriefing in the United States is $102,492.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $118,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Debriefing job involves reviewing and analyzing events, projects, or operations to identify successes, challenges, and areas for improvement. Professionals in this role facilitate discussions, gather feedback, and document key takeaways to enhance future performance. Debriefing is commonly used in fields like military, healthcare, corporate management, and emergency response. Effective debriefing helps organizations refine strategies, improve teamwork, and prevent recurring issues.

What are the typical responsibilities of a debriefing professional?

A Debriefing professional is typically responsible for conducting structured post-event discussions, gathering feedback from teams or individuals, and compiling reports on lessons learned. They often facilitate conversations to help participants reflect on what went well and identify areas for improvement, ensuring a supportive and constructive environment. Depending on the industry, their day may also involve coordinating with other team leads, scheduling sessions, and updating organizational procedures based on debrief findings. This role is integral to fostering a culture of learning, resilience, and operational effectiveness within an organization.

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To thrive in a Debriefing role, you need excellent analytical skills, strong attention to detail, and a background in fields such as psychology, training, or crisis response. Familiarity with debriefing protocols, incident documentation tools, and occasionally specialized software for after-action reviews is beneficial. Exceptional communication, empathy, and the ability to facilitate open discussions help individuals process and learn from experiences. These skills ensure effective information gathering, support for team members, and continuous improvement following critical events or missions.

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Infographic showing various Debriefing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,492 per year, or $49.3 per hour.

Sim Lab Registered Nurse Educator-RRMC-Full Time-Days

Riverside Health System

Newport News, VA • On-site

$41 - $56.38/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Design, develop, implement, and evaluate simulation-based curricula aligned with organizational priorities, clinical competencies, and national simulation standards.

  • Facilitate simulation-based learning experiences for healthcare professionals and conduct structured debriefings.

  • Evaluate educational effectiveness, maintain documentation for accreditation, and support quality improvement initiatives.


Job description

Newport News, Virginia
Hiring Range
$41.00 - $56.38/HourlyActual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.
Full Time Days
The Simulation Educator (RN) is responsible for the design, delivery, and evaluation of simulation-based education supporting workforce development, graduate medical education, clinical competency, and patient safety initiatives across Riverside Health. Working in collaboration with the RSTL Medical Director and interdisciplinary stakeholders, this role advances the Riverside Simulation Training Lab (RSTL) as an enterprise clinical education resource through standardized curriculum development, simulation facilitation, structured debriefing, learner assessment, and continuous program improvement aligned with national healthcare simulation standards.
The Simulation Educator (RN) applies evidence-based educational practices and adult learning principles to develop scalable simulation programs that support organizational strategic priorities, accreditation readiness, and clinical quality initiatives. Responsibilities emphasize educational design, facilitation, and evaluation rather than operational management of the simulation facility.
This role contributes to system-wide education initiatives aligned with Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), DNV Healthcare accreditation requirements, and Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH) standards. The Simulation Educator functions with a high degree of professional autonomy and serves as a subject matter expert in simulation-based learning across the continuum of care.
What you will do
  • Educational Design & Program Development
    • Design, develop, implement, and evaluate simulation-based curricula aligned with organizational priorities, clinical competencies, and national simulation standards.
    • Develop simulation scenarios including learning objectives, case design, assessment strategies, and structured debriefing methodologies.
    • Apply adult learning theory and instructional design principles to enhance educational effectiveness.
    • Integrate simulation into graduate medical education programs, system wide clinical education and onboarding initiatives, and interdisciplinary training.
    • Develop scalable educational models supporting increasing training demand and organizational growth.
  • Simulation Facilitation & Structured Debriefing
    • Facilitate simulation-based learning experiences for physicians, residents, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
    • Conduct structured debriefings aligned with Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice™.
    • Provide learner, coaching, formative feedback, and performance evaluation.
    • Deliver didactic instruction, experiential learning activities, and procedural skills training.
  • Program Evaluation, Quality Improvement & Accreditation Alignment
    • Evaluate educational effectiveness using learner assessments, feedback data, and program metrics.
    • Maintain documentation supporting ACGME, DNV Healthcare, and SSH accreditation expectations.
    • Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives aligned with clinical performance and patient safety priorities.
    • Support accreditation readiness activities and educational program evaluation processes.
  • Strategic Collaboration & Clinical Integration
    • Collaborate with clinical leaders, educators, and interdisciplinary teams to conduct learning needs assessments.
    • Align simulation programming with organizational strategic initiatives, workforce readiness goals, and clinical quality priorities.
    • Serve as a simulation education subject matter expert supporting system-wide initiatives.
    • Build collaborative relationships across inpatient, outpatient, and educational environments.
  • Faculty Development & Simulation Culture Advancement
    • Provide education and mentorship to faculty and clinical educators on simulation methodology and structured debriefing practices.
    • Support development of internal simulation champions to expand educational capacity.
    • Promote consistent educational practices aligned with national simulation standards.
  • Professional Development & Innovation
    • Maintain professional competency through continuing education and participation in simulation education communities.
    • Explore emerging educational technologies and innovative simulation methodologies.
    • Contribute to advancement of simulation-based learning practices within Riverside Health.

Qualifications
Education
  • Bachelors Degree, Nursing (Required)

Experience
  • 1 year Healthcare simulation lab experience (Preferred)
  • 1 year Educational Theory & Curriculum Design experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Licensed as RN in good standing with state of Virginia Department of Health Professions or compact state Upon Hire(Required)
  • Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator Upon Hire (Preferred)

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.