Health Learning Resource Coordinator
- Employer
- Triton College
- Location
- River Grove, Illinois
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- Faculty Jobs
- Health & Medical, Allied Health, Medical Research, Medicine, Nursing, Other Health & Medical Faculty Jobs
- Institution Type
- Community College
Job Details
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: In collaboration with health career faculty, Nursing Chairperson, and under the direction of the Dean, the Health Learning Resource Coordinator promotes and coordinates lab and simulation activities for Health Careers and Public Service Programs. The Coordinator manages the day-to-day activities of the Health Learning Resource Center, including supervising students in skills practice, demonstration, simulation, and remediation, and is responsible for working with faculty to integrate simulation into the curriculum. Additional responsibility includes maintaining an inventory of Nursing and Basic Nurse Assistant supplies and equipment and ensuring ongoing compliance with OSHA standards of safety rules and regulation inventory. The Coordinator is dedicated to facilitating activities that promote student success and lifelong learning.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
a. Establishes practices and procedures for laboratory and simulation activities that provide for effective learning experiences, safe practice, and are in accordance with program policies, course objectives, and program outcomes.
b. Prepare the appropriate rooms for lab and simulation experiences including manikins and all materials needed for laboratory and simulations.
c. As needed, perform pre-lab activities, assist with lab activities, and perform post-lab activities.
d. Ensure supervision of students in the lab, maintaining safe practices and abiding by all established policies and procedures for the lab.
e. Provides training for all full-time faculty, adjunct faculty, and student tutors and for the nursing and simulation labs.
f. Collaborates with faculty to develop simulation scenarios that support course learning outcomes.
g. Appropriately integrates lab operations among programs to obtain maximum efficiency and moderate student costs.
h. Conducts or provides for regular maintenance and repair of patient simulators, manikins, and all other laboratory equipment on a scheduled basis.
i. Provides input to the Chairs and Coordinators for the continued development of departmental budgets, including recommendations for equipment purchases to maintain standards essential for effective instruction.
j. Maintain an inventory of supplies to support all instruction in the labs.
k. Provide weekly reports of activities, simulation schedule, etc. to the Dean.
l. Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Dean, Health Careers & Public Service
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) or other health-related field. Current AHA CPR for the Healthcare Provider.
EXPERIENCE: One to three years of experience in simulation and lab teaching, or combination of education and experience commensurate with the requirements of the position.
KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of effective, safe laboratory utilization procedures and familiar with record maintenance protocols and procedures. Previous experience with simulated manikins and knowledge of computerized simulation in a lab environment is required; if needed, training will be provided at the expense of the college. Working knowledge of traditional computer software (e-mail, MSWord, etc.).
SKILLS: Must be able to function independently. Ability to prepare and organize simulation laboratory and demonstration materials. High degree of organizational and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.
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ABOUT TRITON COLLEGE
Triton College is an institution of higher education dedicated to student success. Located 14 miles from downtown Chicago, the school offers outstanding educational value in a student-centered setting rich in academic and cultural resources, career-oriented learning opportunities, and engaging social activities.
Triton’s attractive 110-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities, thriving arts and athletics programs and a comfortable, friendly atmosphere. Our culturally diverse community of students, faculty and staff collaborates to promote integrity, open dialog, teamwork and mutual respect, while striving for excellence in all that we do.
We empower success in life-changing ways. Our degree and certificate programs feature practical courses and flexible scheduling options. Triton transfer students are readily accepted into colleges and universities nationwide. Career program students learn skills needed to succeed in a highly competitive job market that will allow them to make significant contributions to business and industry. Continuing Education students participate in courses geared toward recreation, personal enrichment, workforce development and lifelong learning.
More than 10,000 students enroll at Triton each year, yet every student receives ample individual attention in small, accessible classes. Our highly qualified faculty combines distinguished academic credentials with valuable real-world experience. Tuition is extremely affordable and financial assistance and scholarships are available.
THE TRITON DIFFERENCE
Triton College is committed to empowering your success in life-changing ways. Our positive learning environment prepares students to effectively compete in our global economy, realize their career aspirations, and achieve personal growth.
What sets Triton College apart?
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
Triton College features small class sizes and a wide range of quality, real-world focused programs that provide a pathway to completing your degree at a four-year university, obtaining a well-paying job, or advancing in your career. Hands-on learning experiences in degree, certificate, continuing education, and adult education programs promote achievement.
ACCOMPLISHED FACULTY
Our faculty brings many years of professional and teaching experience to their classrooms. Placing a priority on engaging students with practical knowledge, faculty members use proven instructional methods to bring content to life. They also participate in ongoing professional development to share successful teaching approaches and best practices that will help students meet and complete course requirements.
EASILY TRANSFERRABLE CREDITS
Most four-year institutions around the country accept Triton's college credit courses as transfer credit. You can stay close to home while meeting your general education requirements at Triton, then transfer these credits to another university to complete your degree.
STUDEN-CENTERED ENVIRONMENT
Triton is a vibrant and diverse community that promotes learning and achievement. State-of-the-art facilities, support services, and flexible class scheduling options provide students of all ages with opportunities and resources to excel and gain important skills for succeeding in life. Extra-curricular student clubs, organizations and activities offer many ways to get involved with our unique community on- and off-campus.
EXCEPTIONAL VALUE
When you complete your studies at Triton, you can be confident that you will receive a positive return on your investment. Triton College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, an important distinction that employers look for when hiring prospective employees. Triton's affordable tuition offers significant annual savings compared to other colleges and universities, and financial assistance is available.
With all that Triton College has to offer, why spend more to attend college elsewhere? All the advantages you are looking for are right here!
- Website
- http://www.triton.edu/hr
- Telephone
- 708.456.0300
- Location
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2000 5th Avenue
River Grove
Illinois
60171
US
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