Onsite Nursing Lab Simulation Technician Specialist - Salt Lake City, UT - Part Time 3 days/24hrs

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Job Description

***This position is located in the WGU Clinical Learning & Simulation Center in Salt Lake City, UT. Ability to work 3 days/24 hrs per week Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM required.**

The Simulation Technician Specialist works with the Learning Lab Instructor to facilitate high-fidelity simulation scenarios using patient manikins for nursing students at all levels of learning in on-site Learning Labs. Manages simulation lab supplies, performs pre-simulation activities, assists with simulation scenarios, and performs post-simulation activities. Responsible for the technical setup, operation, maintenance, and support of simulation equipment used in training and education. Provides administrative support and coordination for the department and lab site in which they work. This role is responsible for the efficient operation of the lab site, including supporting department employees with operational needs and creating positive working relationships throughout WGU. This position reports to the Supervisor, Lab Faculty.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Serves as a professional role model for students in dress, communication, deportment, problem solving, care delivery and patient advocacy to facilitate student's socialization into the profession.
• Demonstrates understanding of and participates in implementation of the philosophy and goals of the nursing program.
• Gives and accepts feedback on simulation program initiatives to obtain desired outcomes.
• Supports daily operations of the learning lab.
• Manages lab supplies inventory using a simulation center management application. Responsible for reporting low par levels to Lab Supervisor for approval to order additional supplies. Follows ordering process of supplies and equipment through WGU approved vendors.
• Orients students to the simulation lab.
• Maintains currency in field.
• Provides orientation to new Simulation Technicians during onboarding to the WGU model and standards for simulation program. Also, cross trains Learning Lab Instructors during onboarding to simulation technology and equipment.
• Prepare, set up, and maintain simulation equipment, including manikins. This involves programming scenarios and troubleshooting technical issues.
• Conducts routine maintenance and updates on lab equipment to ensure optimal function per WGU standard operating procedures.
• Provides feedback for improving simulation experiences using evidence-based simulation standards and guidelines.
• Research, create, apply, and remove moulage/special effects appropriate to the simulation scenario to increase realism.
• Supports and participates in department meetings and Prelicensure Simulation Committee, assisting in establishing goals, strategies, and executing plans.
• Assist in planning staff schedules.
• Assist in planning and scheduling Learning Lab space for student lab experiences and other events.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail, prepare items for shipment and receives deliveries of supplies and equipment.
• Changes and launders linen onsite per WGU standard operating procedures and as needed to support lab resource needs.
• Performs Pre-simulation Activities:
  • Program patient scenarios and setup control room for simulation activity.
  • Prepare scenario props and create scenario moulage.
  • Set up simulation room for simulation scenarios.
  • Assemble pre-simulation learning materials.
  • Set up recording in simulation center management application.
• Performs Simulation Activities:
  • Pre-brief students, staff, and faculty to simulation environment.
  • Operate simulation console and software.
  • Operate instructional media equipment such as video cameras and audio-visual (AV) distribution.
  • Manipulate simulator during scenario.
  • Record simulation activities in simulation center management application.
  • Assist faculty in monitoring students' safety in learning lab experience.
  • Provide theatrical support (including moulage and voice over) to create realism.
• Performs Post-simulation Activities:
  • Assist faculty in operating debriefing equipment.
  • Provide feedback for improving simulation experience.
  • Return simulation room to pre-scenario condition.
  • Retrieve non-consumable supplies, repackage, and return to assigned location.
  • Ensure simulation activity recording files are available to faculty for education and training during debrief session.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Ability to work with computers (PC or MAC experience required)
• Ability to work with Microsoft office programs- Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Ability to work with a simulation center management application
• Ability to work in fast paced environment
• Ability to work flexible schedule (early mornings, late evenings may be required)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience working in simulation lab with manikins
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to think logically and follow directions
• Creativity and flexibility in designing innovative approaches to solving problems
• Commitment to utilizing simulation methodology in learning and its ability to transform nursing education
• Comfortable with technology, willing to learn

Competencies: 

Organizational Impact:

• Tasks are accomplished by following a defined standard or set of procedures to achieve day to day objectives with direct impact on the area of specialty.
• The work is performed under moderate supervision and consists of routine tasks that may require advice and guidance from more senior personnel in the same area.

Problem Solving and Decision Making:

• Reviews solutions and employs minor adjustments to work methods to solve problems that are routine and typically exist in current work processes and systems.
• May be required to highlight areas of concerns/problems and offer potential solutions.
• Problems and issues faced are generally routine but may require interpretation of procedures or polices to resolve.

Communication and Influence:

• Communication with contacts within the job area is typical, and information that is provided or obtained may require some explanation or interpretation to reach agreement.

Leadership & Talent Management:

• May provide minimal guidance and assistance to new or entry level employees.

Job Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires basic knowledge of standards and processes within a narrow scope of work.
• A high school diploma or equivalency is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of professional work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Vocational or technical education in addition to prior work experience is preferred.
• Health care and computers/technology experience is preferred.
• Experience in simulation-based education is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Position & Application Details

How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.

Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.