TEMPORARY Nursing Simulations Technician

General Purpose

Undergeneral supervision,participates in the development and use of scenario-based,nursing skills educationusingmannequins andcomplex technical human patient simulationsto create a realistic and stimulating learning environment for nursing students;and performsrelated duties as assigned.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

* Setsupfor simulation lab sessionsincluding:computerhardware,softwareand network connectivity;high-orlow-fidelity nursing mannequinsprogrammed for specificnursingscenariosimulations;associatedinstruments,drugs, solutions and supplies such as sharps and chuck padsand requiredsimulated hospital room layout;matchesinstructor requests for mannequinsand skills scenarioswith available equipment; schedulesuse of lab and equipment; maintainsand performs minor repairs onmannequins and other equipment.


* Usingcomputers and other technical equipmentand software, runs simulationsof nursingscenariosduring skills labs;monitors progress of simulations and intervenes to restorenetwork communicationandresolveother problems; manually runs simulation equipment when necessary.


* Provides orientation and advice to instructors on simulation laboratory procedures; demonstrates proper techniques, use of tools, operation of equipment and location and use of materials.


* Participatesin faculty development activities on simulation-based learning;participates in formulating new simulation exercises based on nursing curriculum and student- or faculty-identified needs and currentclinicalpractice issues; participates in defining learning outcomes and storyboard scenes;participates in preparingscripts for characters and simulation paths;evaluates and recommends changes to simulation scenarios and procedures;develops andprograms new scenarios or revisions to simulation scenarios; makes changes to default settings.


* Sets upcontracts for servicing and repairofmannequins and othersimulation-relatedequipment; researches vendors for price and quality; prepares purchase requisitionsfor parts, materials and supplies.


* Ensures the proper maintenance and cleanliness of simulation and skills laboratories to protect the health and safety of students, faculty and staff; oversees the cleaning and sanitizing of furniture, work surfaces, mannequins and other equipment.


* Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded practices within the District.



OTHER DUTIES

* Assists faculty in utilizing specializedSchool of Nursingtechnologies; troubleshoots and resolves problems or refers issues to Information Technology for resolution.


* Stayscurrent on technical and educational developments in the field of nursing simulation.


* Performsrelated duties as assigned.



Employment Standards / Minimum Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

* General principles and practices of nursing and the treatment and care of medical patients.


* Current and emerging simulation instructional technologies and associated equipment, tools and products, including high- and low-fidelity mannequins and associated simulationand computer equipment.


* Nursing and health care situations and their suitabilityfor development andimplementation of scenario-based simulation, web and e-learning applications and tools.


* Methods and techniques in troubleshooting and resolving problems in simulation equipment, software and tools.


* Basic human anatomy and physiology.


* General methods and practices of student instruction applicable to a nursing skills laboratory environment.


* Principles and practices of business and nursing communications includingcorrect English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.


* Medicalmath.


* Office practices and procedures, including recordkeeping.


* District budgeting and purchasing policies, practices and procedures.


* Districtenvironmental safety policies and procedures and safety methods and practices applicable to nursing skills and simulation laboratories including the safe storage and disposal of hazardous chemicals and biohazards in accordance withstateand federal requirements.



Skills andAbilitiesto:

* Set up, maintain and resolve problems with simulation mannequins, equipment, tools and computers.


* Apply sound learning theory and knowledge of real-life clinical health care situations to the developmentand modification ofeffective scenario-based exercises for nursing students.


* Give clear, concise explanations of complex nursing concepts, practices and procedures to students.


* Provide effective instructional support to faculty and guidance to studentsin subject-matter areas applicable to area of assignment.


* Organize, set priorities and exercise sound,independent judgment within areas of responsibility.


* Read, understand, interpret and apply department orDistrictrules, policies,technical materialsand federal and state law and regulationsrelating tothefield.


* Instruct ortutor students effectively to foster enthusiasm for learning;accurately, thoroughly and clearly answer students'subject-matter, equipment-use and technology questions.


* Effectively engage and support historically minoritized groups by addressing issues of equity and improving culturally responsive service-oriented practices.


* Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.


* Understand and follow written and oral instructions.


* Maintain the confidentiality of department and student records and information.


* Use tact, discretion, courtesy, empathy and patience in dealing with sensitive and difficult students and situations.


* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.



EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Anassociate degree in nursing or ahealth care-related fieldand at leasttwoyears of progressively responsible experience indirect patient carein a health care-related environment;or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATESAND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

None

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this class, employeesare regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; andreach with hands and arms.?Employees are frequently required to walk and stand; andlift upto 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, use of both eyes, depth perception,peripheral vision,the ability to adjust focus and the ability to distinguish basic colors and/or shades.?

Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this class,employeesare regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpretconditions andsituations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work; work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with others encountered in the course of work.

WORKINGENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this class.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees workunder typical office andnursinglaboratory conditions, and the noise level is moderately quiet.The employee may be required to travel to locations other than assigned work site and to adjust to work schedule changes and requirements to work overtime.

Assessment Process

Only the most qualified applicants will be invited to interview for the assignment.