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Lab Instructor (DEMSN) - St. Petersburg

Posting Number S00312

Position Type Full Time

Hours/Schedule Standard Utica College business hours: 8:30am -5:00pm Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Campus ABSN Campus, St. Petersburg FL

Work Location On Campus

Date Position Available 08/01/2022

Posted Salary

FLSA Status Exempt

Benefits Eligible Yes

If yes, please select: All Benefits

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

As a Lab Instructor, the primary responsibility is the implementation of the on-site laboratory and simulation experiences. Instructors are accountable to the Academic Program Director.

Location St. Petersburg, FL

Application Deadline

Full consideration by:

Open Until Filled Yes

Major Responsibilities

• Instructs laboratory skills and nursing knowledge during scheduled lab sessions

• Teaches 6 laboratory sections per semester, three semesters per academic year

• Instructs clinical sections as assigned

• Holds a minimum of 4 hours of open lab/office hours per week

• Effectively evaluates student practice based on course rubrics and guidelines

• Works collaboratively with didactic course faculty to develop active learning experiences to meet the objectives for the assigned laboratory courses

• Maintains current knowledge of the nursing curriculum, policies, and requirements

• Maintains clinical competence and knowledge in area of expertise

• Maintains communication with Academic Program Director, students, and course faculty

• Prepares laboratory for lab instruction and maintains laboratory facilities following use

• Collaborates with nursing didactic faculty and Academic Program Director pertaining to laboratory needs

• Communicates with Academic Program Director regarding needed laboratory supplies and equipment

• Assists with maintenance and cleaning of equipment to maintain good working order. Collaborates with Academic Program Director on repair needs.

• Constructs and updates a laboratory maintenance, repair, and replacement master schedule to inform budgetary needs

• Communicates with Academic Program Director regarding biohazard materials including bloodborne pathogens and sharps disposal in accordance with policy to ensure public safety

• Organizes and labels supply cabinets

• Counsels students on priorities and other matters to provide direction, and directs students to didactic instructors, success coaches or other appropriate persons for information or intervention

• Maintains confidentiality of student records and other information in accordance with FERPA regulations

• Participates in clinical orientation immersions as assigned

• Completes recommended training regarding simulation and nursing education/stays current with simulation recommendations

• Proctors exams as scheduled

• Attend scheduled meetings with course faculty, program meetings, workgroup meetings, etc.

• Mentoring and advisement of students as assigned

• Mentors additional lab instructors as needed

• Other duties as assigned

  Driving Responsibilities

  Travel

  Supervises

  Education & Experience Qualifications

· Master of Science in Nursing required

· Current unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in NY (or eligible) required

· 3 years nursing practice with direct patient care experience required

· Teaching experience in nursing preferred

· Online teaching experience preferred

· Simulation experience preferred

Minimum Skills/Abilities

The functions of the position are usually performed sitting, but may require some amount of time standing. Some amount of stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, lifting, walking, carrying and other movements may be required. Tasks involving working on a computer keyboard, typewriter, calculator, etc. involve extensive wrist and hand movement. All individuals are required to be able to perform these movements without significant risk of injury to themselves or others, or to otherwise demonstrate or explain how they can perform the essential functions listed above. Other duties as assigned.

Applicant Documents Instructions

All positions at Utica University support the University’s mission and values in part by being active members of an inclusive environment. Please describe in your diversity statement how you would see yourself incorporating this into this role.

In line with the University’s Affirmative Action Policy, there is no requirement or expectation that a candidate disclose their identity or membership in any protected class or group, either in the diversity statement or in other application documents submitted to the search committee. For additional information on what to provide in your diversity statement please reference the diversity statement guide at the following link: https://www.utica.edu/hr/media/Diversity_Statement_Guide.pdf

Additional information Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

EEO/AA Statement

Utica University is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the

diversity of its workforce. All qualified applicants will receive

consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, sex,

pregnancy, ethnic or national origin, religion, marital status, age, sexual

orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status,

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter

• "Contributions to Diversity" Statement

  Optional Documents

• Letter of Reference #1