Teaching Lab Technician- Nursing Program
 University of New Mexico | |
Hourly: $17.39 - $22.37
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life insurance, remote work
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 United States, New Mexico, Ranchos de Taos | |
 Nov 21, 2024 | |
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Requisition ID req30423 Working Title Teaching Lab Technician- Nursing Program Position Grade 08 Position Summary The UNM-Taos Nursing Program invites applicants for a part time Teaching Lab Technician. The Nursing program is located in a rural setting in northern New Mexico, provides a unique opportunity that transforms the lives of our students into professional nurses who strengthen the health of our culturally diverse community. The Nursing Program's core values are Caring, Communication, Clinical Judgement, Diversity and Professionalism. The nursing clinical/simulation teaching lab technician's primary role includes preparation, support, maintenance and inventory of the clinical/simulation lab and lab equipment to support the faculty and students. Job duties include: Clinical Skill Lab * Prepare skills lab experiences per faculty specifications * Provide On-Site Support, if needed/requested, for nursing related skills labs and clinic rooms * Break down skill lab in a timely fashion, in advance of next day lab; clean equipment, replace or replenish equipment as indicated, remove and store props, purge lines with distilled water, in preparation for next use Simulation Lab * Assist faculty with preparation of simulation experiences. * Assist with nursing faculty, other professionals, and technical personnel in simulation technical support. * Break down simulation in a timely fashion, in advance of next day simulations; clean simulators, remove and store props, purge lines with distilled water Maintenance * Establish ongoing maintenance process i.e. making sure limbs are attached, task trainers are in good working order, batteries are changed out. * Complete end of the semester checks of all skills lab equipment * Upkeep and maintenance of the clinical skills manikins * Maintain and update human patient simulators; assist faculty with trouble shooting, and resolution of problems * Liaison between vendors and maintenance contracts and the director of nursing Inventory * Coordinate with nursing director, emergency medical services coordinator and faculty to make all supply purchases * Establish equipment and inventory control process * Documentation of student/staff and faculty usage of the clinical/simulation lab(s) Why work at UNM-Taos? Thank you for your interest in employment at The University of New Mexico-Taos. See the Position Description for additional information. Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Preferred Qualifications
Additional Requirements This position will require a completed background check and drug screen upon hire . Campus Taos Department Taos Branch Employment Type Staff Staff Type Term - Part-Time Term End Date One year from hire date Status Non-Exempt Pay Hourly: $17.39 - $22.37 Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check Required Yes For Best Consideration Date 9/3/2024 Eligible for Remote Work No Eligible for Remote Work Statement Application Instructions Only applications submitted through Required documents: Please attach 1. Cover letter (In your cover letter please discuss how you meet the preferred qualifications posted for this position.); 2. Resume/CV 3. 1-2 page Writing Sample to Prompt below Your supervisor requested that you submit a written proposal to initiate an inventory and maintenance system for equipment and laboratory supplies for two different programs. Write your proposal addressing the supervisor and other members of the team. Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff. | |