Nursing Associate Director of Clinical Simulation Lab - Bronx, United States - Mercy College

Description

Job Posting Summary

The Associate Director of the Clinical Simulation Laboratory provides support for all simulation and clinical learning laboratory experiences in collaboration with faculty and staff to manage and supervise the clinical operations in the Nursing School's Clinical Simulation Center.

Reports to the Simulation Director.


Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Manages daily activities and services of the Bronx Clinical Simulation Lab, including: scheduling and conducting clinical simulations, lab set up, lab breakdown, and management of lab equipment and supplies.
• Supports the planning and utilization of skills & simulation in the Nursing program.
• Assists instructors and/or students in a clinical lab setting.
• Ensures that the lab/classroom is clean, safe, and organized; promotes safe lab practices. (i.e.) washing sheets.
• Repairs or coordinates the repair of lab equipment as required.
• Collaborates with faculty to ensure the Center's experiences meet course objectives; provide oversight during student practice and remediation on technical skills.
• Maintains, coordinates, and monitors open lab sessions.
• Operates the patient simulator during simulation sessions.
• Participates and assesses debriefing sessions with instructors following skill & simulation sessions to ensure best practices.
• Researches, evaluates, and recommends new lab materials, equipment, and experiments.
• Implements simulation activities as required.
• Establishes and updates laboratory policies and procedures.
• Assists in preparation and maintenance of a variety of records.
• Assists in preparing reports as needed for nursing learning lab.
• Stay current with developments in the field of simulation technology and learning theories.
• Participates in planning, monitoring, and scheduling for students and faculty by ensuring open and structured lab utilization times are available, communicated, and appropriately resourced.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications


Required Skills & Experience:

• Work experience managing a medical skills learning lab. Recent medical surgical experience.
• Safety standards and practices used in lab/classroom settings.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelors of Science Degree from an accredited institution required.
• NYS Registered Nurse License
• Clinical Simulation Certification (CHSOS/CHSE)

Physical/Other Requirements:

• Must be able to push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to meet all general health requirements for the position as per university policies.

About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, diverse New York City area university whose students are on a personal mission to get the most out of life by getting the most out of their education.

Our institution is an independent, coeducational university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs within six schools:
Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Nursing, Liberal Arts and Social and Behavioral Sciences. Mercy's efforts in these programs have been recognized over the last several years.

As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been honored by being ranked nationally among the top Colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU).

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology and Business.

Additionally, to support our diverse student body, Mercy University has pursued and been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver services to our students.

Mercy University is proud to be recognized as an institution which helps under-served students to achieve their educational aspirations. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020 and 2022. The vibrancy of the University culture is sustained by a diverse student body from around the region.

Serving 8,500 full-time and part-time undergraduate and graduate students, the University offers campuses in Dobbs Ferry, Bronx, Manhattan as well as online offerings.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.


Our Mission:

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.

EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer.

Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the company.

The University is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Campus Safety

Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here.

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.


Health Insurance:
UntitedHealthcare Oxford

In-network and out-of-network plan options

EmblemHealth HIP Prime HMO (Union Staff)


Dental Insurance:
UnitedHealthcare Oxford

In-network and out-of-network plan options


Vision Insurance:
UntitedHealthcare Oxford


Paid Time Off:
Mercy University provides generous leave benefits to its employees.


Disabilities & Workers Compensation Insurance:
Coverage in accordance with New York State regulations


Life Insurance:

Long-Term Disability:
The Hartford


Short-Term Disability:
The Hartford


Flexible Spending Account (FSA):
Ameriflex


Retirement Benefits:

TIAA
The Mercy University Retirement Plan is comprised of two components:

Deferred Compensation Plan

All eligible employees may contribute to the Deferred Compensation Plan on a pre-tax basis upon joining the University.

Defined Contribution Plan

Eligible employees are enrolled in the Defined Contribution Plan after two (2) years of full-time employment at Mercy University and receive a semi-monthly contribution from the College, based on age and salary.

If an employee is under age 36, they will receive a contribution of 3.3% of their annual salary each pay period.

If an employee is age 36 or older, they will receive a contribution of 9% of their annual salary each pay period.

If employed full-time for two (2) or more consecutive years by another institution(s) of higher education (college or university), without an intervening break in service within the last twelve (12) months prior to employment before joining Mercy, please submit a waiting period waiver form to Office of Human Resources.

The Defined Contribution will begin as of the first day of the month following receipt of the completed waiver form.

Remote Work:
Mercy University recognizes the important role that workplace flexibility can play in an employee's ability to manage work-life balance.

Learn more about our remote work policy here.


Tuition Remission:
Staff & Faculty

Mercy University provides a competitive education to students and extends that formal education opportunity to employees, and their spouses/domestic partners, and dependents at a reduced tuition rate through this Tuition Remission Benefits Policy for Mercy Employees.

Learn more about our tuition remission here.


Tuition Exchange:
We are a member of the Tuition Exchange Program. Employees are eligible to apply for the Tuition Exchange Program after completing two (2) consecutive years of full-time employment.


Employee Assistance Program:
Compsych


Voluntary Benefits:
Allstate Identity Protection

LegalEase

Liberty Mutual Auto & Homeowners

Nationwide Pet Insurance

PlumBenefits

ScriptSave

Working Advantage

Note:
The above describes a brief summary of benefits and is subject to change.

Agency Mercy University

Address 555 Broadway

Dobbs Ferry, New York, 10522

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