Part-time Simulation Assistant (Lab Coordinator)

University of St. Thomas; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 35,817 - 46,838; Part time

Job summary

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Simulation Assistant (Lab Coordinator) position within the Morrison Family College of Health, School of Nursing. This part-time role works approximately 20 hours per week on the St.

Paul campus, and requires CNA licensure or equivalent healthcare certification. You will set up labs, operate simulators, assist with simulation activities, support safety and inventory, and collaborate with faculty to enhance learning

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CNA licensure or equivalent healthcare certification.
• Minimum two years of professional CNA experience or equivalent healthcare experience.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare all simulation rooms and equipment for each scenario.
• Operate simulation equipment and contribute to fidelity of scenarios.
• Start up and shut down simulators; troubleshoot hardware and AV systems.
• Collaborate with staff to evaluate and improve simulations.
• Support lab operations, inventory management, and daily student interactions.
• Create moulage and other materials for sessions.
• Ensure lab safety protocols are followed.

Skills

Excellent communication

People skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA certification or equivalent healthcare certification

2+ years CNA experience or equivalent healthcare experience

Job description

OVERVIEW

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Simulation Assistant position within the Morrison Family College of Health, School of Nursing.

This is a part-time position that works approximately 20 hours a week on the St. Paul campus, depending on business needs.

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• A generous Employer retirement contribution of 9.4% of annual salary upon eligibility
• Pro-rated tuition remission for employees, dependents, and spouse upon eligibility
• Paid holidays and accrued paid time off
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

Salary Range: $26.72 to $33.65/hr

The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

JOB SUMMARY

The primary responsibility of the Simulation Assistant (Lab Coordinator) is to assist with the implementation of experiential learning experiences in the academic setting. The Simulation Assistant will work under the oversight of the Assistant Director of Nursing Simulation Education and provide support across the simulation team to maximize efficiency and capacity. The assistant will demonstrate a commitment to the vision and mission of St. Thomas, the Morrison Family College of Health, and the Susan S. Morrison School of Nursing and is responsible for promoting a positive and successful learning experiences.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensure all simulation equipment and supplies are available and set‑up for each simulation scenario. This includes room set‑up, changeover, and clean‑up for demonstration of clinical procedures, laboratory and simulation learning sessions.
• Operate simulation equipment for duration of student simulation scenario. Contribute to fidelity of simulation scenarios through realistic patient voice portrayal or as a standardized/simulated participant.
• Initiate the startup and shut down of all simulators, operating simulation equipment during simulations as needed, including troubleshooting measures involving computer hardware, props, simulators, and audio‑visual systems.
• Collaborate with Assistant Director of Nursing Simulation Education, simulation staff and other faculty to evaluate and refine simulation activities for continuous improvement, ensuring they remain effective and meet the educational needs and learning outcomes of the nursing students.
• Support efficient learning environment operations, including respectful resource utilization and optimization, inventory maintenance and collaborative planning for optimal student learning experiences. Participate in daily interaction with students, faculty, and simulated participants.
• Create realistic non‑damaging moulage and other needed materials for simulation sessions.
• Ensure that the lab adheres to safety protocols, reducing risks and creating a secure environment for students to learn.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED.
• Licensure as a Certified Nursing Assistant or equivalent Certification in a Healthcare position.
• Minimum of two years of professional CNA experience or equivalent healthcare experience.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing or other health‑related field.
• Certification as Nursing or Medical Assistant.