Simulation Specialist- ADN Nursing- Southaven

Qualifications

The Nursing Instructor/Simulation Specialist of the simulation lab requires:

• A Master of Science Degree in Nursing
• Two years of Nursing experience
• At least one year of clinical experience
• An unencumbered license to practice in Mississippi
• An acceptable criminal history background check

Duties and Responsibilities

The Simulation Specialist duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Coordinates activities of the simulation laboratory to meet the learning needs of students.
• Promotes a climate of collaboration with nursing faculty, allied health, state and regional organizations and other nursing educators to promote simulation training.
• Assists all course coordinators and faculty members who conduct simulation to ensure student learning outcomes needs are met.
• Schedules simulation scenarios in collaboration with lab coordinator and course coordinator so each nursing course has ample time and faculty to conduct simulations.
• Maintains security in nursing labs.
• Seeks and maintains continuing education appropriate for laboratory/simulation instruction.
• Cohorts training faculty in simulation techniques.
• Orders supplies for simulation lab and maintains the integrity of equipment.
• Assists lab coordinator with skills days and check offs when possible.
• Establishes, with approval of the Director, policies, and procedures appropriate for simulation lab.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to take initiative to solve problems.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Experience using technology including email, word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation software, and Internet use.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact tactfully and courteously with students, faculty, staff, and the general public.
• Ability to collaborate with others and work as part of a team.
• Must be a “quick study” to quickly grasp and retain knowledge of policies and procedures relating to every aspect of student services that a prospective or current student may utilize.
• Demonstrate oral and written communication skills to interact with a wide range of diverse individuals.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Stand for long periods
• Talk, hear, view, and assist students
• Effectively communicate with others in person, telephone, zoom, & live chat
• Sit, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms
• Stand, walk, stoop, or kneel
• Occasionally lift and/or move items of at least 15-20 pounds

Application

To apply, applicants must submit and attach the following:

• Application at www.northwestms.edu
• Resume
• Transcripts
• Three (3) Professional References