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Nursing Simulation and Skills Lab Instructor

Employer
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Location
Colorado, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Jan 14, 2022


Posting Number F00825 Position Title Nursing Simulation and Skills Lab Instructor Position Number F00830 Salary for Announcement
The salary range for this position is $73,000 – $76,000 at Instructor level. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, education, experience, specialty and training. The above salary ranges represent the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the ranges of possible compensation at the time of posting.

MSU Denver offers a full and competitive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement benefits, flex spending accounts, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and more. To learn about these options in greater detail, visit the link in the Benefits section below. Employee Category Faculty - Cat II Department Nursing EClass Code Full time faculty - 9 mo with benefits Position Summary
The Nursing Simulation and Skills Lab Instructor participates with and assists faculty in the development, implementation, and integrations of simulation and skills lab activities for nursing students; serves as a facilitator to faculty and students in teaching/learning situations of nursing skills, simulations, and debriefing sessions; and provides instruction, orientation, and evaluation to learners. Experience in the following area is preferred: Pediatric Nursing. Additional areas of experience desired include Obstetrics, Medical Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, or Foundations.

The University is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups. Duties/Responsibilities
  • Works collaboratively with nursing faculty to ensure educational course needs are being met.
  • Promotes student safety.
  • Promotes critical thinking and clinical reasoning.
  • Cultivates relationships with Simulation and Skills Lab Coordinators to create seamless daily operations.
  • Assists with maintaining simulation and skills lab equipment and inventories.
  • Contributes to the maintenance of record keeping for all simulation and skills lab activities.
  • Maintains an awareness and working knowledge of industry developments.
  • Participates in Academic Advising as assigned by the Department.
  • Ensures accurate student assessment and evaluations are completed.
  • Facilitates learning of knowledge across the span of nursing.
  • Orients new staff and faculty to the philosophy, learning activities, policies, and procedures of the Simulation and Skills Labs.
  • Other duties as assigned like the above, consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.
Required Qualifications
  • An active, unencumbered nursing license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of Colorado
  • Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program
  • Minimum of five years full-time or equivalent professional clinical experience
Preferred Qualifications
  • Graduate degree in a nursing specialization from an accredited program
  • Experience facilitating simulation for nursing students
  • Experience teaching in a skills lab
  • Familiarity working with the educational needs of students form diverse populations
  • CHSE Certification in simulation
Posting date 01/14/2022 Closing date Closing Instructions Open Until Filled To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) 02/04/2022 Special Instructions to Applicants
Complete applications received by Friday, February 4, 2022 at 11:59 PM MST will receive full consideration. All applicants must submit an application and the documents outlined below through our online system, www.msudenverjobs.com . The position is open until filled.

In order for an applicant to be considered for the position, the applicant must have a complete file with the following:
1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. References. Prepare a list of three professional references and their contact information.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Safe Return to Campus Protocol
The health and safety of students, faculty, staff and our prospective teammates are our highest priority and as an institution, we are required to have proof of vaccination on file for all employees.

MSU Denver is requiring all employees to provide proof of being fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID -19, or to submit an exemption and be subject to following the COVID -19 safety protocols. As an employee of MSU Denver, an exemption or lack of proof of vaccination will require you to submit to weekly COVID -19 testing starting the week of August 23, 2021. Additionally, all institutions on campus are requiring that masks be worn indoors regardless of your vaccinations status. Talent Team Representative Tanya Rogowsky Talent Team Representative E-mail trogowsk@msudenver.edu Benefits
MSU Denver is pleased to offer our current and potential employees a wide array of benefit options. To learn more, please visit the following link: Employee Benefits Offerings Diversity Statement
Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 50% first generation students and over 45% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.

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