Lab Coordinator - Healthcare Simulation

Colorado Mountain College • Breckenridge, CO

65d • $77,201 - $85,779

About The Position

The Lab Coordinator - Healthcare Simulation provides professional coordination of the clinical simulation laboratory for nursing and allied health programs' implementation of student learning experiences. The Lab Coordinator - Healthcare Simulation manages simulation laboratory operations including equipment function, supply availability, and faculty and student support during laboratory learning experiences. The Lab Coordinator - Healthcare Simulation collaborates with the Dean of Nursing and faculty of nursing and allied health programs to evaluate laboratory operations effectiveness and planning for future needs.

Requirements

• Associate degree in nursing or healthcare related field required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• One or more years of practice in a healthcare-related field required.
• Current CPR Certification as a Healthcare Provider required.
• One or more years of experience in a teaching or simulation laboratory in an academic or healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge and expertise in the use of simulation experiences in a nursing lab environment preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Practice as an educator in a healthcare-related field preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and update lab policies and procedures in collaboration with faculty and staff.
• Coordinate procurement and maintenance of supply inventory to support laboratory and simulation learning activities.
• Ensure safe storage and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Ensure laboratory cleanliness, organization, and readiness for use.
• Facilitate scheduling of simulation use by academic programs and community healthcare partners.
• Prepare laboratory for specific use-cases including set up of supplies, patient simulators, and related equipment for designated laboratory or simulation sessions as directed by faculty.
• Operate patient simulators and related equipment during faculty facilitated simulation sessions.
• Facilitate implementation of the INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation Operations.
• Create and maintain a collaborative, respectful, and professional working and learning environment.
• Facilitate faculty training for laboratory equipment use.
• Facilitate student training for supervised use of laboratory equipment during learning sessions.
• Orient faculty and students to lab policies and procedures and supply and equipment locations and use.
• Collaborate in evaluation of equipment functionality, supply availability, and overall laboratory function.
• Promote sustainability and cost-effectiveness in planning for laboratory operational and equipment needs.
• Maintain records and reports on laboratory expenses and prepare budget recommendations.
• Maintain student confidentiality.
• Demonstrate accountability, flexibility, and creativity.
• Promote professional relationships and contribute to a culture of civility.
• Seek assistance in unfamiliar situations.
• Continue development of capacity to use and educate faculty and students on use of advanced simulation technology.
• Participate in annual healthcare simulation professional development to ensure laboratory adherence to best practices in simulation operations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Retirement contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Annual & sick time.
• Mental health resources.
• Healthy lifestyle benefits.
• Affordable transitional housing may be available based on eligibility and availability.
• Relocation if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees