Nursing Laboratory/Simulation Instructor (Part-Time)

OVERVIEW

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Nursing Laboratory/Simulation Instructor position within the Morrison Family College of Health, School of Nursing.

 

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment.  The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO).  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic.  This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.  A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

 

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• A generous Employer retirement contribution upon eligibility
• Pro-rated tuition remission for employees, dependents, and spouse upon eligibility
• Paid holidays and accrued paid time off
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

Salary Range: $28.00 to $33.00/hr

 

The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

 

JOB SUMMARY

The primary responsibility of the Nursing Laboratory/Simulation Instructor is to assist in the delivery of experiential learning experiences in laboratory and simulation settings. Working within the framework established by course faculty, the instructor supports student learning, skill acquisition, and successful course progression. The instructor demonstrates a commitment to the vision and mission of St. Thomas, the Morrison Family College of Health, and the Susan S. Morrison School of Nursing and is responsible for promoting an inclusive learning environment where students feel supported, engaged, and positioned for success.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assists course faculty to provide instruction and demonstration of designated nursing clinical skills, health assessments, and professional nursing responsibilities for pre-licensure nursing students within the experiential learning environment.

 

Facilitates student development in quality and safe nursing care by providing feedback that reinforces learning and supports recognition of individual learning needs.

 

 

Participates in continuous quality improvement processes with course faculty and Assistant Director of Nursing Simulation Education to provide input on and identify opportunities/solutions to enhance student learning experience, effectiveness, and overall educational learning outcomes.

 

 

Contributes to efficient learning environment operations, including respectful resource utilization and optimization, inventory maintenance and collaborative planning for optimal student learning experiences. 

 

 

Provides feedback to the course faculty about student performance for the purpose of formative and summative evaluations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in nursing.
• Three years of relevant professional level experience in nursing with diverse populations in clinical settings.
• Direct patient care experience as a Registered Nurse in a clinical setting within two years from date of application

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in nursing.

• Teaching experience in pre-licensure nursing programs.

• Healthcare simulation education experience.

 

HOW TO APPLY

All interested candidates must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.

 

In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.

 

Official job posting is available at www.stthomas.edu/jobs.