LAB RESOURCE NURSE SUPPORT

Salary : $45.54 Hourly

Location : Bremerton Campus, WA

Job Type : Part-time Hourly

Job Number : 23-24-P3

Department : Nursing

Opening Date : 05 / 13 / 2024

Description

Lab Resource Nurse Support

Salary : $45.54 / Hour

Classification : Part-Time Hourly

The Lab Resource Nurse Support position's primary responsibility is to assist in providing technical and tutoring support to students in the Nursing Programs.

Degrees and Certifications

Olympic College helps students build skills for future careers through its numerous educational options. Students have the ability to achieve educational and career pathways by earning a certificate (Nursing Assistant or Practical Nursing) or an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) as well as completing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Students who wish to complete a bachelor's degree locally can opt for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree now available at the Bremerton campus. In addition, OC offers courses to update job skills, get job training, or simply as personal enrichment.

Essential Functions

Lab Support

• Support student clinical reasoning and evidence-based psychomotor development by providing direct assistance to students in the campus lab during open lab practice times, including simulation.

Maintain inventory levels of equipment and supplies necessary for specific content areas taught in the lab.

Organization, maintenance, and safety of the lab environment.

Manage and maintain the nursing practice lab in operating order, including supplies, equipment, and records.

Assist and coordinate with Faculty lab equipment and supplies needs for lab courses

Collaborate with Lab Resource Nurse (full-time) and Simulation Faculty Manager with simulated student experiences

Faculty

Collaborate with nursing faculty in the creation of clinical scenarios to support student clinical reasoning skills related to the nursing process.

Use diverse communication strategies to support student learning.

Demonstrate an ability to work and interact effectively with colleagues, staff, students, and administrators.

Technical

Maintain records and operation of simulators, video cameras, and other high-tech equipment in the lab.

Supervise students when using high-tech equipment in the lab.

Operate instructional and nursing equipment, including audiovisuals, computer-aided instruction, simulation, video cameras, and lab-related instructional equipment.

Tutor

Maintain written records of students seen for tutoring and communicate with nursing faculty regarding student progress.

Provide individual skills and theory tutoring appointments for students referred by nursing faculty or self-directed.

Perform other related duties as assigned / required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Current RN license in the state of Washington or eligibility to obtain prior to employment.

Two (2) years of recent full-time equivalent (FTE) clinical nursing experience. Current CPR certification.

Proof of freedom from tuberculosis, current immunizations

Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Applications.

Desired Qualifications

A practical examination may be administered. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee a passing or competitive score on the examination.

Successful Applicants Will

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Demonstrate knowledge of dosage calculation methods.

Use diverse communication and teaching strategies to enhance student learning.

Work and interact effectively with colleagues, staff, students, and administrators

Assume a leadership role in collaborating with faculty to integrate technology, with an emphasis on simulation into the nursing program of learning

Follow campus regulations, local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and ordinances

Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Function as a team player

Demonstrate proficiency in computer software applications

Work effectively under pressure

Possess excellent customer service skills; including building and maintaining internal / external customer satisfaction.

Demonstrate an appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.

Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the Olympic College mission, vision, and values.

Demonstrate ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment

Additional Information

Terms of Employment

Hourly employees must work 480 hours in a rolling six-month period to become eligible for health benefits. Hourly employees must work 70 hours in any five months for two consecutive years to become eligible for retirement. This is an hourly position scheduled to work up to 18 hours per week, with an hourly rate of $45.54. They are not initially eligible for benefits upon hire but could qualify for the following.

Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, paid holidays, Aflac, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate, and priority consideration on-site childcare on a space available.

Conditions of Employment

Olympic College seeks candidates for employment who share our commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive learning environment (read our Equity Statement). All applicants are required to submit a statement of 500 words or less, describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the higher education environment and their prior, current, and / or potential contribution(s) to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as an employee.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials :

Resume

Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.

Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

Copy of nursing license.

EEO Statement

Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Olympic College Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination and accommodation policies : Carroll McWhorter, 360-475-7301. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.

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What is your highest level of education?

Describe your area(s) of study.

Please indicate your experience level with Microsoft Office Programs.

Do you possess a current unencumbered RN license in WA State or have the ability to obtain WA RN licensure prior to start of your employment?

Do you possess a current CPR certification and proof of freedom from tuberculosis & other immunizations?

Which best describes your recent full time equivalent (FTE) clinical nursing experience?

Please submit a statement of 500 words or less, describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the higher education environment and your prior, current, and / or potential contribution(s) to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as an employee.

Required Question

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