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Why You Should Work With Us:

Arizona College of Nursing is a rapidly growing, nursing school that transforms people's lives by preparing them for careers in nursing and improving communities through the care its graduates provide.  As a leading nurse educator, Arizona College of Nursing offers students the opportunity to earn a bachelor's in nursing in 3 years or less with qualified transfer credits. Our quality nursing curriculum prepares students for an in-demand career to help communities overcome the chronic, well-known, and increasing nursing shortage.  Through the execution of a targeted growth strategy, the college plans to meet the growing demand for nurses by launching campuses in markets where bachelor's prepared nurses are needed.  

Putting students first, we are dedicated to providing students with an exceptional education in growing healthcare fields; teaching them relevant, required skills for today and the future. Our culture is positive, supportive, and collaborative. As a team, we continually embrace our core values:

Passion: We love helping others succeed.

Excellence: We strive to be the best.

Adaptability: We learn, in part by trying new ideas.

Accountability: We own our results.

Integrity: We do the right thing.

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 preferred.
• 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:Base annual salary range commensurate with education, experience, and relatable skills. Opportunities for professional development. Dynamic organizational culture within a supportive working environment. Robust health and welfare benefits package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision. Rest and relaxation with generous PTO including vacation, holiday and paid sick leave Preparation for the future with a 401(k) and company match. For consideration, only online applications will be accepted. No phone calls, please. Our schools prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law.Employment Type: OTHER