Preceptor, Simulation Support - Nursing Skills Lab

Preceptor, Simulation Support - Nursing Skills Lab

Department: Nursing

Location: Metropolitan Campus


Reports To: Director, Nursing Skills Lab


Recruitment Type: External/Internal


Requisition ID: req7183


Employment Type: Part-Time Support Staff


Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: M-F 4p-9p, Sa 10a-4p

Number of Openings: 1


Job Description:

SUMMARY

Works directly with nursing students in the simulated lab to develop competency with skills, providing a bridge between classroom theory and skills application. Collaborates with the Human Patient Simulation (HPS) team in the incorporation of simulation into nursing courses through implementing high-quality learning and assessment scenarios and assists with the evaluation of the effectiveness of simulation on the learning process; including student performance regarding simulated patient care decisions, participation and collaboration.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Reinforces the instruction provided by faculty by utilizing a variety of learning modalities in the labs
• Advises and counsels students on proper documentation techniques and provides feedback to students
• Administers competency testing to Nursing Skills Lab students
• Maintains record-keeping system to ensure program and students meet and maintain accreditation standards
• Assists in the development of policies related to the Nursing Skill Lab program
• Performs circulating duties to assist in the psychomotor portion of the curriculum
• Monitors simulation lab utilization ensuring supplies and equipment are gathered at locations
• Assists with equipment/supplies setup and maintenance after sessions
• Operates simulation equipment, including simulators, Audio/ Visual and recording equipment, and assists with the training of other operators of the simulators as needed
• Provided updates on operations to Lab Director
• Anticipates and meets all customer needs accurately, professionally, and with a commitment to customer satisfaction
• Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
  
  • Significant related experience may substitute education
• Active, unencumbered Ohio Registered Nurse license
• Minimum of three (3) years of current clinical experience a RN
• Demonstrated experience making sound decisions that affect a work unit or team
• Demonstrated effectiveness in a role requiring dynamic and abstract problem-solving methods in adaptive situations

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Possess strong organizational and time-management skills
• Possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Possess excellent customer service skills and proven ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships
• Ability to promote student success
• Ability to effectively complete work assignments independently
• Possess working knowledge of Nursing concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to use in varied situations
• Demonstrated intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivity
• Ability to foster a team environment and work collaboratively
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance work flow and quality
• Ability to research and analyze issues and develop solutions
• Works accurately with great attention to detail
• Possess sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs students and the community
• Ability and willingness to work at alternative campus/site locations as directed based on student need
• Ability to work days, evenings, and/or weekends as needed

COMPETENCIES

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

• Service Focus
• Adaptability
• Quality of Work

VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

• Communication
• Time Utilization

IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

• Collaboration
• Continuous Improvement

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

• Master's Degree in Nursing
• Demonstrated experience in diverse learning strategies
• Demonstrated experience working with nursing students in a clinical or educational setting
• Demonstrated basic critical care skills
• Demonstrated experience with simulation lab environments

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

(The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential Functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment;
• The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated;
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc.;
• Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite

This is a Part-Time Non-Bargaining Unit Position, Grade 11, with a Minimum Hiring Rate of: $26.59/hour.

Special Note: If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure.


Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.