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Title of Position Simulation Lab Coordinator Posting Location Abilene Department School of Nursing Employee Class Exempt Full-time Basic Responsibilities
- Coordinate day to day activities and services for the Simulation Labs within the School of Nursing.
- Maintain equipment and technology within the labs.
- Assist with achieving standards for best practice in simulation.
- Create, maintain, upgrade, and supervise the Standard Operating Procedures and associated work instructions of the labs.
- Maintain an active role in supporting faculty, staff, students, and the department.
- Other duties as assigned.
Essential Duties
Coordinate day to day activities and services for the Simulation Labs within the School of Nursing.
Organize, schedule, and supervise the labs within the School of Nursing with the assistance of the Department Chair & Director.
Set up and break down of simulation equipment and scenarios?.
Schedule and organize special events.
Maintain the labs to promote a positive image.
Maintain equipment, supplies, and technology within the labs.
Maintain and manage inventory and order necessary supplies and equipment for the labs
Assist with software upgrades and interface with ACU's Information Technology and Networking departments and vendor technology/support.
Maintain simulation multimedia equipment, software, and hardware.
Perform simple repairs and maintenance of equipment to keep them in good working order.
Communicate with vendor support to address equipment issues.
Maintain computers and assigned software within the labs.
Assist with achieving standards for best practice for simulation.
Assist faculty with meeting best practice standards for simulation in the following areas.
Evaluate and improve simulation procedures in alignment with the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL).
Comply with accreditation and regulation requirements for simulation.
Create, maintain, upgrade, and oversee the Standard Operating Procedures and associated work instructions of the labs.
Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for the correct and safe use of labs and equipment.
Update procedures and instructions for lab and equipment use.
Orient students and faculty to the Simulation Labs and associated policies, procedures, and instructions.
Maintain an active role in supporting faculty, staff, students, and the department.
Assist faculty with the use of simulation technology.
Provide assistance to students in the Simulation Lab in accordance with knowledge and educational level.
Develop and maintain competence in simulation.
Actively participate in departmental meetings.
Actively participate in recruiting efforts for the department.
Maintain electronic and physical databases of simulations for the programs.
Professional Development Requirements
Skills
Strong computer skills including the ability to troubleshoot.
Ability to work with Microsoft Suite of Products, simulation software, audiovisual software, network, and IT environments
Experience working with simulation equipment and technology preferred.
Training required
Gaumard equipment and technology training
Laerdal simulator training
Google suite
Software training
Ability to learn ACU systems including, but not limited to:
Concur (expense and travel reporting system)
Qualifications
Professional:
Associated or Bachelor's (preferred) degree in Nursing
Active, unencumbered RN license to practice nursing in the state of Texas
At least three years of RN experience, with medical-surgical experience preferred.
Certification in simulation preferred
Experience in simulation preferred
Personal:
Excellent organizational skills.
Creativity and flexibility in designing innovative approaches to solving problems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Physical Demands
- Lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 30 pounds on a regular basis.
- Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, or reaching for extended periods of time.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule (early mornings, late evenings, and possible weekends may be required).
Additional Information
ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.
ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.
