What You'll Do:

The Nursing Lab Manager controls the delivery of standardized simulations policies on their assigned campus.

• Plans, designs, implements, and evaluates instructional lab sessions with high-fidelity simulators according to College simulation standards.
• Demonstrates and maintains familiarity with program and course objectives.
• Adheres to/enforces the policies and procedures of Arizona College of Nursing.
• Implements effective skills and best practices for facilitating and debriefing simulation experiences.
• Works with Nursing Lab Specialist to educate students on proper hazardous waste disposal procedures.
• Remains current with general educational and simulation curricular advances.
• Ensures that simulation experiences are appropriately documented and evaluated (scenarios, preparation, etc.).
• Assists in development of various metrics and assessment tools as needed.
• Institutes continuous quality improvement strategies for simulation program improvement, in alignment with College simulation strategies.
• Always communicates effectively and professionally, especially to disseminate information regarding clinical simulation activities, internally and externally.
• Serves on the national Simulation subcommittee of the BSN Curriculum Committee.
• Mentors faculty, clinicians, and staff in the design of the College simulation curriculum involving clinical simulation, and best practices in simulation pedagogy.
• Oversees the procurement and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Supports and assists in delivery of simulation experiences when necessary (e.g. Operation of simulation equipment, operation of AV equipment, embedded participant role-playing, prop placement, moulage, etc.).
• Assists AZC administration and community partners to establish simulation-based educational events based on current simulation standards and evidenced based practice.
• Prepares for accreditation by Society for Simulation in Healthcare.
• Develops and maintains effective supply acquisition process to assure maintenance of appropriate par levels of inventory for Sim, Skills and lab supplies.
• Develops effective procurement process to assure competitive supply costs.
• Monitors costs and Sim Lab purchases prepared by admin.

Supervisory Duties

• Nursing Lab Manager is responsible to hire and supervise the Nursing Lab Specialist.
• Manage direct reports including conducting 1:1s, Semesterly Check-Ins, Performance Management, and offering Training and Development.

Other Duties as Assigned

What We Need From You:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Masters’ degree in Nursing from an accredited college (doctorate preferred).
• Hold a current unencumbered state professional registered nurse license or enhance compact nurse licensure relevant to the state of teach location.
• Current Certification in Simulation Education or acquisition thereof within two years of hire.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience teaching in a registered nursing program at a college or university.
• Three (3) years’ experience in direct patient care preferred.
• Three (3) years’ experience in a supervisory or leadership role preferred.
• Pre-programming and programming of patient simulators, basic troubleshooting and maintenance of simulators preferred.
• Knowledge or experience with audio/visual equipment and control software.
• Outstanding organizational, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office computer applications.

What We Are Offering You:Competitive pay and opportunities for professional development. Salary range is $100K - $107K. Dynamic organizational culture within a supportive working environment. Rest and relaxation with generous PTO and holiday benefits. Robust health and welfare benefits package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision. Preparation for the future with a 401(k) and company match. For consideration, only online applications will be accepted. No phone calls, please.