Registered Nurse Simulation Assistant

JOB TITLE:

Registered Nurse Simulation Assistant

DEPARTMENT:

Nursing

PAY RANGE:

$35.00 per hour.

STATUS:

Temporary from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025; part-time, up to 19 hours per week. This position works flexible hours based on student needs between Monday and Saturday. Non-benefit eligible. Grant funded, not eligible for layoff or recall.

FLSA:

Hourly/Non-Exempt

CLOSING DATE:

Open Until Filled

SUMMARY

The Registered Nurse is responsible for planning, coordinating, and facilitating simulation education for the Practical Nursing (PN) and associate degree Registered Nursing (RN) students in partnership with Nursing Program Instructors for the FVCC nursing programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides instructional support and functions in a nursing simulation environment under the guidance of nursing faculty and lab coordinator.

• Demonstrates the ability to plan, organize, implement, and evaluate instructional materials in assigned areas of nursing simulation in collaboration with nursing faculty and lab coordinator.

• Assists with the preparation and assembly of educational aids.

• Provides set-up and clean-up of simulation sessions along with instructors.

• Maintains supply usage records and monitors equipment check-outs.

• Troubleshoots equipment problems. Advises appropriate person in the case of malfunctioning equipment.

• Maintains attendance records, utilization records, and statistics as directed.

• Maintains simulation manikins in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

• Provides information as needed to meet department guidelines.

• Participates in professional development for personal and professional growth.

• Perform other related duties as required.

• Reports to the Program Director, Nursing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science Nursing degree with three years of experience in nursing, AND
• Current unencumbered license as a registered nurse in the State of Montana, AND
• Current Healthcare Provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed course work in curriculum development, principles and methods of teaching, and measurement and evaluation of learner outcomes.

• Two years of teaching experience in a nursing program.

• One year of experience working in a simulation/lab setting.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) instructor certification.

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITITES

• Knowledge of basic nursing equipment and supplies used on the FVCC campus.

• Ability to set up teaching materials for the multiple skill levels of the PN and RN simulation experiences.

• Knowledge and understanding of multiple computer software applications, especially as related to simulation manikins.

• Knowledge of the safe use and disposal of hazardous equipment and chemicals.

• Ability and willingness to serve as a representative for the College by interacting appropriately with the community, health care partners, and students.

• Ability to work within policies and procedures of FVCC.

• Ability to intermittently work non-traditional schedules including evenings, weekends, etc.

• Ability to maintain effective and positive professional relationships.

• Ability to follow and issue directions.

• Demonstrated effective communication, presentation, customer service, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

• Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels.

• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

• Ability to respond in the event of an emergency.

• This is a Medium Duty job, according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles, U.S. Department of Labor and Industry. Medium Duty involves exertion of 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds continuously to move objects.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

To be considered for this position, applicants must apply online at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/careers-at-fvcc; paper submission of applications or resume materials are not accepted. FVCC does not retain application materials for future consideration.

Additionally, applicants are required to submit all of the following documents by uploading them to the online application (NOTE: FVCC's applicant tracking system will time-out after 45 minutes of inactivity. Please have your documents ready to upload before you click the Apply button.):

• COVER LETTER: Letter of application indicating how you meet the minimum qualifications and detail your work experience as it relates to the position's Knowledge, Skills and Abilities; AND
• RESUME: A current, comprehensive resume; AND
• TRANSCRIPT(S): Unofficial transcripts for ALL degrees held - if more than one transcript, combine and upload as one document. (As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will submit official transcripts for all degrees held to FVCC HR before hiring. Only transcripts from accredited institutions will be accepted.) AND
• OTHER: Active/Current Montana Registered Nurses License AND current CPR Certification or ability to obtain before hire.

EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATIONS, REFERENCE CHECKS AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: Before any offers of employment, FVCC conducts thorough employment verifications and reference checks and may contact organizations and individuals not listed on an applicant's application or resume. Additionally, FVCC conducts post-offer criminal background checks.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION: FVCC is an equal opportunity employer and affirmative action organization. It is FVCC's policy that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran's status, service in the uniformed services as defined by state and federal law, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry except as authorized by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs, as required by federal and state laws.

FVCC BOARD POLICY: The FVCC Board Policy Manual is available to review at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/board-administration/board-of-trustees/board-policies

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: FVCC provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the application and selection process. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE ACT: Preference applies in hiring and provides a uniform method by which special consideration is given to qualified Veterans. Veterans' Preference laws do not, however, guarantee Veterans a job, nor do they give Veterans' preference in internal actions such as promotion, transfer, reassignment, and reinstatement. I understand that applying for a preference is voluntary and that all information related to a preference is confidential and used only during the hiring process; the information will be maintained in a separate confidential file. To claim Veterans' Preference, you must complete the Veterans' Preference Form (form is available at: https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf) and email it along with document(s) that verify your eligibility for employment preference to Jobs@fvcc.edu. Claims for Veterans' preference must be received by Human Resources before position closing date.

WINDFALL ELIMINATION PROVISION: Based on the Windfall Elimination Provision, I understand my employment may not be covered by Social Security. To learn more about the Windfall Elimination Provision click https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10045.pdf.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.

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