Simulation Lab Coordinator

Campus Title: Simulation Lab Coordinator

State Job Title: Assistant Director

Department: Nursing

Job Code: HA6600

FLSA Status: Exempt

Funding: 7115-0100

Bargaining Unit: APA

Job Type: Part-Time Permanent / Benefited

Timeframe: 48 Weeks

Shift: 24 Hours Per Week: Three 8-hour days (flexible depending on dept. needs) to include occasional weekends and evenings

Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday

Supervision Received: The Assistant Director receives general supervision from the Simulation Lab Manager and the Nursing Department Chair.

Supervision Exercised: None

Salary: $42,000 to $45,000 Annually (salary commensurate with education and experience)

General Statement of Duties:

The Assistant Director, Simulation Lab Coordinator, is responsible for coordinating and managing all aspects of the operation of the nursing simulation lab, including the operation of technology to ensure safe and effective use of the simulation equipment by students to support nursing education.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties include but not limited to:

Essential:

• Coordinating the use of simulation technology to support student learning and practice.
• Coordinating the schedule of lab activities in conjunction with the sim lab director, faculty nursing department chair.
• Orienting faculty and students to simulation technology.
• Developing and setting up lab instructional modules.
• Maintaining and updating lab software and equipment.
• Evaluating lab resources and services and preparing reports.
• Assist with developing student schedules.
• Developing and implementing lab policies and procedures.
• Assist in the collection of data that assists with compliance of BORN and CCNE accreditation.
• Managing and documenting lab equipment and supply inventory.
• Supervising students and student workers in labs.
• Assist in recruitment activities, i.e. Accepted Student's Day and Open Houses.
• Actively participate in simulation experiences including, but not limited to, operating as voice of the patient or portraying a standardized patient/family member.
• Implement new technology recommended by Nursing Department.
• Assist with the implementation, running and maintenance of VR.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in nursing.
• Advanced knowledge of educational technology in nursing education.
• Current and unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in Massachusetts (CPR, ACLS, and PALS preferred).
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CHSE Certification.

Additional Information:

Salary:

Salaries for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining agreements as well as state policies. State job specifications may be found on the Department of Higher Education's webpage.

Employee Benefits:

Benefits are an important component of an employee's total compensation package.

• Health Insurance: Westfield State offers a variety of HMO, POS, and PPO-type health insurance plans for eligible employees. Coverage is effective on the 1st of the month following the date of hire. Exceptions to employees hired on the 1st of the month, coverage is effective immediately.
• Retirement: the MA State Employee Retirement System provides eligible employees with a retirement pension following a 10-year vesting period. In lieu of the retirement pension, eligible employees may select the Optional Retirement Plan with a maximum 5% employer matching contribution.
• Tuition Waivers & Discounts: eligible employees, including spouses and dependent children, receive reduced tuition at MA state colleges, community colleges, and universities.
• Paid Time Off: employees receive 12 paid holidays and generous vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits.
• Additional information regarding employee benefits is available on the University's Benefits & Wellness webpage.

Disability Accommodations

Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at (413) 572-8809 or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.

Background Check

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration.