Simulation and Lab Tech

Arizona College of Nursing; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona College of Nursing is seeking a Nursing Lab Specialist to support student success by preparing, assisting, and resetting nursing lab sessions. You will coordinate with the Nursing Lab Manager and faculty to ensure smooth operation of instructional labs and simulations, while maintaining equipment and supplies.

The role requires an Associates degree in healthcare, healthcare experience, and strong organizational and communication skills; previous nursing lab equipment familiarity is

Qualifications

• Associates degree in healthcare-related area or equivalent experience.
• Previous health care experience is required.
• Ability to read, write, perform basic math, and follow instructions.
• Familiarity with nursing lab equipment is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate nursing lab sessions with the Lab Manager and faculty.
• Maintain and purchase nursing lab supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate updates, service, and replacement of nursing lab equipment.
• Operate and control the Hi-Fidelity patient simulator as per faculty specs.
• Run simulations, troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, and debrief system.
• Set up simulation and skills labs for effective academic sessions.
• Organize and restock lab supplies.
• Deliver simulated scenarios per academic plan.
• Adhere to safety standards and protocols.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong verbal and written skills

Education

Associates degree in healthcare-related field

Job description

Why You Should Work With Us:

Ideal Position for MAs, PCTs, CNAs!

Arizona College of Nursing is a rapidly growing, nursing school that transforms people's lives by preparing them for careers in nursing and improving communities through the care its graduates provide. As a leading nurse educator, Arizona College of Nursing offers students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s in nursing in 3 years or less with qualified transfer credits. Our quality nursing curriculum prepares students for an in-demand career to help communities overcome the chronic, well-known, and increasing nursing shortage. Through the execution of a targeted growth strategy, the college plans to meet the growing demand for nurses by launching campuses in markets where bachelor’s prepared nurses are needed. Putting students first, we are dedicated to providing students with an exceptional education in growing healthcare fields; teaching them relevant, required skills for today and the future. Our culture is positive, supportive, and collaborative. As a team, we continually embrace our core values:

Passion: We love helping others succeed.Excellence: We strive to be the best.Adaptability: We learn, in part by trying new ideas.Accountability: We own our results.Integrity: We do the right thing.

What You'll Do:

The Nursing Lab Specialist supports student academic success by preparing, assisting, and resetting lab sessions.

• Work in conjunction with Nursing Lab Manager and faculty to coordinate instructional lab sessions.
• Support the Nursing Lab Manager and faculty in maintaining and purchasing nursing lab supplies and special equipment.
• Coordinate updates, service, and replacement of nursing lab equipment as required.
• Control the simulator (Hi-Fidelity Mannequin) for various clinical scenarios in accordance with the faculty specifications.
• Operate the patient simulator, camera, and debrief system for the duration of a simulation while troubleshooting any equipment malfunctions.
• Set up simulation and skills labs to facilitate effective academic sessions.
• Organize and restock lab supplies.
• Deliver a theatrical production of simulation scenarios in accordance with the academic plan.
• Adhere to standards and safety protocols in the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

Other duties as assigned.

What We Need From You:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Associates degree in a healthcare-related area of study or equivalent skills and experience.
• Previous health care experience required.
• Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, follow oral and written instructions; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• Familiarity with nursing or similar lab equipment preferred.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

What We Are Offering You:

Base hourly pay rate of $25.00 USD. Opportunities for professional development. Dynamic organizational culture within a supportive working environment. Robust health and welfare benefits package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision. Rest and relaxation with generous PTO including vacation, holiday and paid sick leave Preparation for the future with a 401(k) and company match. Our schools prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law.