Nursing Skills Lab & Simulation Director

Posting Details

Requisition Number A808P Job Position Title Nursing Skills Lab & Simulation Director Department Nursing Department Immediate Supervisor Title Chair FLSA Exempt Grade None Union None Status Full-time Total Number of Authorized Work Hours per Week 36.25 Total Number of Authorized Work Weeks per Year 52 Advertised Rate of Pay Discussed during interview Position Summary

Monmouth University is seeking applications for a full-time administration Nursing Skills Lab and Simulation Director with primary responsibilities within the BSN program.

The Skills and Simulation Lab provides an opportunity for students primarily in the BSN program to learn and reinforce clinical skills, critical thinking, and reinforcement of concepts covered in the nursing programs. The Nursing Skills and Simulation Director will lead, plan, supervise, and implement the necessary components of the Skills and Simulation Lab facility.

The Nursing Skills Lab and Simulation Director is responsible for the daily operation of the Skills and Simulation Lab primarily within the BSN program. The Director will oversee the preparation, maintenance, inventory and operation of all skills lab and simulation equipment/supplies and collaborates with faculty and students to design, plan, implement, and schedule skills and simulation activities. The Director will ensure adherence to skills and simulation program policies, best practices and safety measures to attain course learning objectives and , course outcomes as well as program outcomes for the various nursing programs.

This is a 12-month, full-time position. Evening or weekend hours may be required.

Monmouth University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Multilingual individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

This is an on-campus, in-person, non-remote position.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, candidates must attach a resume/CV, cover letter, and list of three professional references, including contact information, to your application.

Three letters of recommendation and any other supporting information are optional.

Required Skills or Software Basic Knowledge of MS Word 2016, Basic Knowledge of MS Excel 2016, Must be able to treat confidential and sensitive information appropriately Required Years of Experience 3 Required Degree, Licenses or Certifications Master's degree Other Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing.

• Current non-encumbered license or eligibility for licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of New Jersey.

• 3 years current experience either in Direct Patient Care or Nursing Skills/Simulation Lab with knowledge of nursing skills and simulation.

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate both written and orally with faculty and students.

• Experience with technology and/or computer hardware or software, including PC and/or Mac platforms, MS Office, and the ability to learn new technology and software programs quickly

• Flexibility to work evening or weekend hours, as required.

• Knowledge in handling and disposal of hazardous wastes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of ATI resources.

• Designated as an ATI Champion

• Nursing Education courses specifically in curriculum development and assessment a plus.

• Qualifications in Nursing Education, either MSN, DNP, EdD preferred

• Member of the Society for Simulation in Healthcare Certification and/or

• Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE)

• Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS).

Posting Date 06/06/2024 Closing Date

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Tools and Equipment

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Job Duties

Job Duties

Duty

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized nursing skills and simulation laboratory environment including maintaining lab and simulation equipment, ensuring equipment is properly handled ordering lab and simulation supplies, and making recommendations for new equipment and supplies.

Regular or Occasional Regular Duty

Orient new staff to the skills and simulation lab and maintain accurate records of contact information and credentials; ensure proper staffing of skills and simulation events by scheduling additional support services.

Regular or Occasional Regular Duty

Schedule and keep accurate records of lab adjuncts and student participation and events of skills and simulation lab usage including attendance using the scheduling system and providing monthly reports to the program director; advise of changes in the schedule as soon as possible.

Regular or Occasional Regular Duty

Act as a role model for students and staff by reinforcing professionalism including dress code, treating confidential and sensitive information appropriately, and supervising student workers, graduate assistants, and open lab staff while demonstrating the ability to work with diverse groups.

Regular or Occasional Regular Duty

Encourage student participation in open lab events by advertising and scheduling events conducive to student scheduling. and communicate with faculty regarding student issues that occur.

Regular or Occasional Regular Duty

Collaborate with faculty to attain course learning outcomes and objectives and develop, and revise skills, simulation content, and activities. Anticipate and set up individual and group review, practice, and testing sessions, and assist with proctoring assessments to support student learning including working with faculty to develop and execute remediation plans while providing feedback to faculty.

Regular or Occasional Regular Duty

Apply knowledge, skills, and attitude (KSAs) and educational concepts in curriculum, assessment, and instructional materials, that align teaching strategies in the skills and simulation lab that reinforce and influence lesson/course objectives and program outcomes based on current nursing practice in undergraduate and graduate programs.

Regular or Occasional Regular Duty

Ability to develop, organize, prepare, maintain, and execute nursing skills and simulation laboratory activities conducive to the learning environment based on current standards and evidence-based practice using a variety of creative teaching strategies and delivery methods to engage students in active learning and effectively work with adjunct lab faculty to execute skills and simulation activities seamlessly.

Regular or Occasional Regular Duty

Develop simulation scenarios using various levels of fidelity mannequins. Stay current with clinical skills and simulation to align with the curriculum and program outcomes based on evidence-based practice.

Regular or Occasional Regular Duty

Other duties as assigned.

Regular or Occasional Regular