Nursing Lab/Simulation Technician

Job Summary and Responsibilities/Duties

For best consideration, please submit application materials by February 23, 2025.

Job Summary

Assists the nurse educator and nurse educator associate faculty in the lab setting. Sets up the lab for activities, breaks down the lab after sessions, and assists the faculty during activities as directed. Cares for and maintains the lab physical space performing light cleaning, laundry, and inspection of equipment. Inventories lab supplies and interacts with vendors in the care and maintenance of equipment.

Essential Duties

• Communicates with faculty, students, staff, and non-MHCC vendors on a regular basis about the needs of the lab environment.
• Prepares and breaks down the lab environment for learning activities.
• Operates a variety of simulation equipment in the lab setting and assists with student learning and remediation as directed.
• Maintains adequate inventory of lab supplies and communicates needs to Nurse Administrator or designee. Picks up supplies and makes deliveries.
• Provides light environmental cleaning of the lab as needed.
• Inspects laboratory equipment regularly and communicates needs to maintain optimal function.
• Follows program procedures for lab activities and clinical remediation.
• Participates in supporting student performance in nursing lab under the direction of the Nurse Educator or Nurse Educator Associate.
• Completes other general duties, reports, and paperwork assigned within the designated timeframe.
• Models professional behaviors for students.
• Changes and launders linen, on site, on a regular basis.

Additional Duties

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be able to communicate in English, verbally and in writing
• Must embrace an attitude of inclusivity of diverse cultural, social, economic and educational backgrounds
• Basic skills with word processing, email, and spreadsheets, preferably in Microsoft Office
• Current driver's license, insurance, and the ability to be insured by the college's insurance carrier. Must have at least three years of driving history.
• Must have current Health Care Provider CPR card
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evening hours
• Maintain current credentials and immunizations (COVID-19, MMR, TdAP, varicella, annual influenza and BLS) as required by the program
• Must pass a drug screen upon hire

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Desired Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant Level 1 or 2
• Healthcare experience of any kind
• Experience learning management systems
• Experience with communication and learning strategies to meet the needs of diverse student populations

Additional Qualifications and/or Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to safely function in the lab setting under the direction of a Nurse Educator or Nurse Educator Associate
• Knowledge of basic infection prevention/control strategies
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and economically diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work independently in handling multiple tasks, priorities and changing deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to utilize a computer and any necessary software

Working Conditions and Important Information

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in a skills lab and/or simulated healthcare environment. There will be some general office work while sitting at a computer terminal. Visual eye strain and repetitive hand/wrist motion for data entry and keyboarding functions. Communicates with a variety of students, faculty, staff, and outside vendors, verbally and in writing. Must be able to lift approximately 30 lbs. without assistance and stand/walk for extended periods.

Important Information
MHCC only accepts applications through our online application system at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mhcc/default.cfm. For technical assistance with this, please call 855-524-5627.

Please note: We do not request or read letters of recommendation. Also, it is not necessary to upload a large number of documents with your materials. We are looking for the required documents and perhaps one or two additional documents of your choosing (optional). Faculty applications require a current resume, cover letter and official transcripts (copies are fine for application purposes) and/or any required certificates or licenses.

Please note: this is initially a self-screening system. We recognize that our application process can be lengthy, so before you begin, please read all of the stated requirements to determine if you meet them. Applicants must meet all of the stated minimum qualifications and additional requirements to be considered for this position. Based on your responses to the qualifying questions, the system may automatically screen you out from further consideration.

Position subject to budget consideration and approval.

Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.

MHCC is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.

MHCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235; OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting as verification of eligibility a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran's Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension to your application. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran's disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

If you are seeking this preference, appropriate documentation must be provided at the time of application. You may submit an electronic copy in the document upload area of the application in the section marked "veterans' preference document," or fax to 503-491-7257 or mail to Human Resources, Mt. Hood Community College, Gresham, OR 97030. If you do not have your documentation, you may request it through your Veterans' Administration Office.

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three working days prior to the date of need.

Mt. Hood Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three working days prior to the date of need.

Mt. Hood Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.

Sick Leave
Part-time hourly employees will accrue one (1) hour of sick leave for every thirty (30) hours worked.