Onsite Nursing Lab Simulation Technician Specialist - Indianapolis, IN - Part Time

Location: Indianapolis

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The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

Grade:
Services 208

Pay Range: $26.29 - $38.12

Job Description
*** This position is located in the WGU Clinical Learning & Simulation Center in Indianapolis, IN. Ability to work 3 days/24 hrs per week Wednesday - Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM required.
** The Simulation Technician Specialist works with the Learning Lab Instructor to facilitate high-fidelity simulation scenarios using patient manikins for nursing students at all levels of learning in on-site Learning Labs. Manages simulation lab supplies, performs pre-simulation activities, assists with simulation scenarios, and performs post-simulation activities. Responsible for the technical setup, operation, maintenance, and support of simulation equipment used in training and education.

Provides administrative support and coordination for the department and lab site in which they work. This role is responsible for the efficient operation of the lab site, including supporting department employees with operational needs and creating positive working relationships throughout WGU. This position reports to the Supervisor, Lab Faculty.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

Serves as a professional role model for students in dress, communication, deportment, problem solving, care delivery and patient advocacy to facilitate student's socialization into the profession.

Demonstrates understanding of and participates in implementation of the philosophy and goals of the nursing program.

Gives and accepts feedback on simulation program initiatives to obtain desired outcomes.

Supports daily operations of the learning lab.

Manages lab supplies inventory using a simulation center management application. Responsible for reporting low par levels to Lab Supervisor for approval to order additional supplies. Follows ordering process of supplies and equipment through WGU approved vendors.

Orients students to the simulation lab.

Maintains currency in field.

Provides orientation to new Simulation Technicians during onboarding to the WGU model and standards for simulation program. Also, cross trains Learning Lab Instructors during onboarding to simulation technology and equipment.

Prepare, set up, and maintain simulation equipment, including manikins. This involves programming scenarios and troubleshooting technical issues.

Conducts routine maintenance and updates on lab equipment to ensure optimal function per WGU standard operating procedures.

Provides feedback for improving simulation experiences using evidence-based simulation…