Program Specialist – Simulation (req26973)

Requisition ID: req26973

Working Title: Program Specialist – Simulation

Position Grade: 12

Position Summary

The University Of New Mexico College Of Nursing (CON) is seeking a Program Specialist that is goal-oriented, resourceful, and self-motivated to provide support in the development and coordination of Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) for the Simulation Center in collaboration with the Director of Simulation. The curriculum content portion of OSCE’s will be completed by CON Faculty.

Additional duties of the Program Specialist will be to assist with administrative operations of the Health Sciences Albuquerque and Health Sciences Rio Rancho Simulation Centers to address the educational needs of the students across all programs. The Program Specialist will be responsible for assisting with the set up and maintenance of simulation scenarios, including the arrangement and maintenance of high, medium and low fidelity manikins, simulation software, medical equipment, and various lab supplies required to ensure successful, safe and academically appropriate clinical education.

The following duties and responsibilities are anticipated: 

• Attend Education Management Solutions (EMS), the Simulation IQ manufacturer, out-of-state Summits; periodic local training and monthly webinars to stay informed on upgrades and education
• Following two years of simulation experience, this position will work toward simulation certification (Certified HealthCare Simulation Operation Specialist, CHSOS)
• Flexibility of hours and travel are required 
• Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 50 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

College of Nursing

The University Of New Mexico College of Nursing, located in Albuquerque, NM, ranks in the top 15% of nursing programs in the country.  With over 1,000 enrolled students, the college offers pre- and post-licensure baccalaureate, master’s, post-master’s, and doctoral programs.  Program offerings include the state’s premiere Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs; master’s and post-master’s programs across seven concentrations for APRNs, nurse educators, and nurse administrators; and the New Mexico Nurse Education Consortium baccalaureate curriculum. 

Our faculty engage in innovative teaching, research and clinical scholarship to understand and address the health care needs among our most vulnerable populations.  As a College of Nursing at a research-intensive, federally designated Hispanic-serving institution situated on indigenous lands, we benefit both from the manifold opportunities and from the responsibilities we carry.  Consistent with our mission, vision, and values, we strive to openly support and deeply respect our diverse students, staff, and faculty.  We expect our faculty to benefit from and contribute to an inclusive environment that facilitates equity in research, scholarship, service, education, and practice. 

The University of New Mexico is New Mexico’s flagship R1 research intensive institution occupying nearly 800 acres near historic Route 66 in the heart of Albuquerque, a metropolitan area of more than 929,000 people.  The College of Nursing is part of a vibrant HS, which includes New Mexico’s only Level-1 Trauma Center.  The HSC provides and exceptional education for more than 1,500 students each year in 21 different health fields.  The HSC is known for innovative research with more than $165 Million in extramural research funding.  The HSC has an established Clinical & Translational Science Center that provides extensive opportunities and resources to support collaborative research in a variety of interest areas.  The University of New Mexico offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits package. 

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University’s influenza vaccination requirement.
• If located at the UNM Children’s Campus, successful candidate must pass a comprehensive post-offer, pre-employment criminal and New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) fingerprint background check, and a continued successful status will be verified by periodic future background checks.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 6 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

• Experience working in a health-related and/or academic environment.
• Familiarity with medical and clinical care concepts and terminology
• Experience with technologies hardware and software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite

Campus: Health Sciences Center (HSC) – Albuquerque, NM

Department: College of Nursing (AFD)

Employment Type: Staff

Staff Type: Regular – Full-Time

Status: Exempt

Pay: $3589.73 minimum to $5040.53 midpoint

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: 9/22/2023

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