Lab Resource Nurse Support

Lab Resource Nurse Support (Part-time)

This position will remain open for a minimum of seven (7) days. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time after the minimum posting period once a sufficient applicant pool has been established.

The part-time Lab Resource Nurse (LRN) Support position's primary responsibility is to assist in providing technical and tutoring support to students in the Nursing Programs. The LRN completes assignments and tasks required to maintain operations of the lab and simulation programs. The LRN collaborates with the Nursing Lab Manager, Simulation Faculty, and the Nurse Administrators to ensure supplies and equipment are available and prepared for skills lab and scheduled simulations and to provide theory and skills tutoring to students in all Nursing pathways as needed. The position contributes to the mission of the College by supporting diverse students in achieving their educational goals.

Essential Functions

• Support student clinical reasoning and evidence-based psychomotor development by providing direct assistance to students in the campus lab during open lab practice times, including simulation.
• Organization, maintenance, and safety of the lab environment.
• Collaborate with Nursing Lab Manager and Simulation Faculty in simulated student experiences.
• Collaborate with nursing faculty regarding expected student skill level.
• Supervise students when using high-tech equipment in the lab.
• Operate instructional and nursing equipment, including audiovisuals, computer-aided instruction, simulation, video cameras, and lab-related instructional equipment.
• Provide individual or group theory or skills tutoring, including dosage calculations, for students self-referred or referred by nursing faculty.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing (ADN)
• Current, unencumbered, and active RN license or ability to obtain license in the State of Washington prior to hire
• Two (2) years recent full-time equivalent (FTE) clinical nursing
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certification
• Current up to date immunizations
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN)
• Experience working with healthcare simulation equipment and/or in healthcare lab settings
• Experience working in a community college setting
• Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) and simulation platforms
• Experience supporting adult learners

Additional Information

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

Hourly employees must work 480 hours in a rolling six-month period to become eligible for health benefits. Hourly employees must work 70 hours in any five months for two consecutive years to become eligible for retirement. This is an hourly position scheduled to work up to 18 hours per week, with a salary of $46.91 hourly. They are not initially eligible for benefits upon hire but could qualify for the following.

This is a part-time classified position. All classified positions will start their salary at Step A, when you have completed six months of probation, will increase 2 ranges upon completing probation. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Washington Public Employees Associate (WPEA) Union. Classified positions qualify for the following benefits:

Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, paid holidays, Aflac, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate, and priority consideration on-site childcare on a space available.

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Conditions of Employment

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.
• The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

EEO Statement

Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment include but not limited to unwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Erin Pohl, Title VII and Title IX, building 5, room 528A, View phone number on click.appcast.io. Olympic College is a smoke-free/drug-free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.