Nursing Simulation and Skills Lab Facilitator

Department Nursing

About MSU Denver

MSU Denver enrolls over 16,000 students, where nearly 60% are first generation and over 55% are students of color. Located in downtown Denver, we are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado. As the third largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission, MSU Denver is a model university for today's college students. The University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals students. MSU Denver is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented and historically minoritized groups.

Position Summary

The Nursing Simulation and Skills Lab Facilitator participates with and assists Nursing Department faculty in the development, implementation, and integration of simulation and skills lab activities for nursing students; serves as a facilitator to faculty and students in teaching/learning situations of nursing skills, simulations, and debriefing sessions; and provides instruction, orientation, and evaluation to learners. Experience in the following area is preferred: Pediatric Nursing. Additional areas of experience desired include Obstetrics, Medical Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, or Foundations.

Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively with nursing faculty to ensure educational course needs are being met
• Promotes student safety
• Promotes critical thinking and clinical reasoning
• Cultivates relationships with Simulation and Skills Lab faculty to create seamless daily operations
• Assists with maintaining simulation and skills lab equipment and inventories
• Contributes to the maintenance of record keeping for all simulation and skills lab activities
• Maintains an awareness and working knowledge of industry developments
• Participates in holding students to program and professional standards
• Ensures accurate student assessment and evaluations are completed
• Facilitates learning of knowledge across the span of nursing
• Orients new staff and faculty to the philosophy, learning activities, policies, and procedures of the Simulation and Skills Labs
• Other duties as assigned similar to those outlined above, consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job

Work Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Exempt
• Days of the Week: Mon - Fri
• Hours: Varied daytime hours dependent upon student needs. Start times often begin at 7:00 - 7:30 am
• Evenings and Weekend Work: Some evening work and occasional weekend work dependent upon student needs
• Schedule: Position is primarily in person, on campus with occasional remote option subject to supervisor approval
• Travel: Rarely except for professional development opportunities

Required Qualifications

• An active, unencumbered nursing license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of Colorado
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited program
• Minimum of five years' full-time or equivalent professional clinical experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in a nursing specialization from an accredited program
• Experience facilitating simulation for students
• Experience teaching in a skills lab
• Familiarity working with the educational needs of students from diverse populations
• CHSE Certification in simulation

Salary For Announcement

Under Colorado law, MSU Denver is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The anticipated hiring range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $72,000 - $79,000.

This position is paid monthly and is eligible for MSU Denver benefits.

How to Apply

Electronic submissions are required.

Candidates will be required to electronically submit:

• Resume
• Cover letter describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

Please apply by visiting and searching for JR103001.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Deadline

Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applications received before October 1, 2024.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative

Tanya Rogowsky

Posting Representative Email

Benefits

The University's benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver's benefits website to learn more.

For a brief overview, please see: .

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at .

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.