Southern California HERC

Laboratory Specialist Nursing Simulation

Riverside Community College District

Application Deadline. Interested candidates must apply by the deadline listed below by 8:00 p.m., Pacific Standard Time:


Department:Nursing (R)
Position Type: Support Staff (Classified / Confidential)
College/Campus: Riverside
Physical location of the position:Riverside
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Length:12-month
Salary Range:Grade N
Salary Amount:$7,205 - $8,771
Salary Type:Monthly
Is this position categorically (grant) funded?No

Job Description
Basic Function:

BASIC FUNCTION

Programs, operates, and maintains medium and high-fidelity Human Patient Simulators (HPS); performs data entry for program laboratory hour logs; serves as the primary point of contact for tour requests; maintains laboratory calendars and assists in maintaining content on the School of Nursing's website.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from the assigned area supervisor. May provide lead direction to temporary staff and/or student workers.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This classification is responsible for independently performing technical duties in support of the nursing simulation laboratory. Employees at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the department.
Education:

Education and Experience:

An associate's degree and five (5) years of experience in a simulation laboratory; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
Experience:

Knowledge of:

1. Use and application of HPS equipment, including its overall functionality and limitations and programming of existing medium- and high-fidelity simulators.
2. Methods and techniques of developing and programming realistic medical scenarios for multiple simulated experiences.
3. Principles and practices of assigned equipment and device calibration and maintenance.
4. Wireless networking protocols and troubleshooting.
5. Operational characteristics of audiovisual equipment such as microphones and cameras and the associated software.
6. Medical equipment and terminology.
7. Methods and techniques of developing and posting website content.

Ability to:

1. Adapt to multiple proprietary and non-standard programming environments, such as HPS, medication dispensing systems, and electronic health records.
2. Explain complicated setups quickly, concisely, and understandably to non-technical users.
3. Create and deliver realistic character portrayals in a simulated hospital environment.
4. Manage multiple deadlines, tasks, and long-term projects while adhering to a specific day-to-day setup, operation, and performance schedule.
5. Quickly analyze and troubleshoot networking, audiovisual, and general computer issues while continuing a simulation exercise.
6. Develop an understanding of medical and industry terminology.
7. Perform public speaking while giving guided tours of laboratory facilities.
8. Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow up on assignments.
9. Exercise independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines. Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
10. Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
11. Communicate effectively in the course of performing work tasks.
12. Establish, maintain, and foster effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
13. Demonstrate clear evidence of sensitivity and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of students, staff, and the community.
14. Provide efficient, high-level customer service to the public, vendors, contractors, and District personnel.


Licenses and Certifications:

None.
Other:PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and laboratory setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer and laboratory equipment; vision to read printed materials and a
computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This classification primarily works in an office and standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Employees in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 30 pounds or heavier weights of up to 50 pounds with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.

The essential functions of this classification must be performed by the incumbents with or without reasonable accommodations.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Employees work in an office and laboratory environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions with possible direct exposure to hazardous physical or chemical substances. Employees may interact with upset individuals in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities:

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1.Supports daily operations of the nursing simulation laboratory; provides technical support to students and faculty during laboratory time; maintains HPS and laboratory equipment, including hardware and software installation, upgrades, operational checks, troubleshooting, and repair; manages simulation laboratory supplies including ordering, sorting, and organizing same.
2. Performs pre-simulation activities, such as programming patient scenarios and assembling pre-simulation learning materials and simulators; executes simulation experience, ensuring the experience documentation is available; applies moulage (e.g. mock injuries for the purpose of training emergency responses) and other items used for simulations, such as blood products, wounds, and bruising; troubleshoots any issues that arise throughout the simulations; performs post-simulation activities, such as restoring the laboratory to pre-scenario conditions; maintains HPS laboratories in a clean and orderly condition.
3. Collaborates with faculty and staff for scenario building, establishment of standardized procedures, and assistance with new technology.
4. Maintains simulation laboratory documentation and resources, including maintenance of HPS and computer laboratory reservation calendars and attendance records; assists in the maintenance of the School of Nursing website, including posting documents and adjusting posted text; and maintains documentation related to the position needed for accreditation purposes.
5. Enters/records and reconciles student laboratory hours and responds to questions from students on how the hours are calculated and tracked.
6. Conducts tours of the simulation laboratory and participates in community outreach and marketing; conducts facility tours for outside agencies.
7. Participates in accreditation and regulatory approving agency site review visits.
8. Participates in District-provided in-service training programs.
9. Performs other related duties as assigned; specific duties not listed does not exclude them for this classification if the work is similar or related.


CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

SALARY: Salary grades consist of nine steps. A new employee is normally placed on Step 1 of the grade. Changes in step placement take place on the first day of the first month following the anniversary date of attaining permanent classified employee status until the maximum of the grade is reached.

HOLIDAYS: There are 13 holidays observed each year. A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months.

VACATION: Employees are granted 12 days of vacation per year through the first five years of service to the District; 15 days after completion of five continuous years of service to the District; and 22 days after completion of 10 continuous years of service to the District. This computation is based on full-time, twelve-month employment. A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months.

SICK LEAVE: One day of sick leave for each month of service is granted. This is based on full-time, twelve-month employment. A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months. There is no limit to the number of days of sick leave which may be accrued.

FRINGE BENEFITS: The District provides a health and welfare benefit package for employees and legal qualifying dependents. Those employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months will receive a pro-rata share of the benefit package. The dollar value of the package is a subject of negotiation between the District and the Bargaining Unit.

The work location and assignment within a job classification is determined by the District and may be subject to change.

All offers of employment will be contingent upon the availability of funds and approval by the Board of Trustees.

The Riverside Community College District (the District) fosters and maintains a work environment free from discrimination harassment or retaliation, where all persons are treated with dignity and respect. The District is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person based on ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law. The District adheres to these principles in all aspects of employment, including, recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline and termination. All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling the District's commitment to equal employment opportunity.

In addition, it is the policy of the District to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability or have inquiries regarding compliance or grievance procedures you may contact the District Compliance Officer and Title IX, Section 504/ADA Coordinator Lorraine Jones as follows:

Lorraine Jones, Ed.D., M.S.W.
District Compliance Officer and Title IX/ADA/504 Coordinator
3801 Market Street
Riverside, CA 92501
lorraine.jones@rccd.edu
951-222-8039.
Work Hours/Work Days for Classified and Hourly Positions Only:Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Required Applicant Documents:Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Other Transcript
Other Document:Other Transcript: Attach the Transcript that qualifies you for this position.
Optional Applicant Documents:Other Document
Associate or Equivalent Transcript
Bachelors or Equivalent Transcript
Masters or Equivalent Transcript
Other Document:Proof of CHSE Certification, if earned
Effective Employment Date:Anticipated Start Date: January 2026
Application Deadline:Open Until Filled
Special Comments:IMPORTANT NOTICES:

Only electronic, on-line applications are accepted. All supporting materials, required or optional, must also be in electronic formats and attached to the electronic, on-line application when applying. Supporting materials are only accepted as Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) or Microsoft Word files and must be less than 2 MB in size.

Interested candidates must apply by the deadline listed above by 8:00 p.m., Pacific Standard Time.
Application Types Accepted:Classified/Management/Confidential Application

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