College Laboratory Asst 1 Details

College Laboratory Asst 1

State of Minnesota - Willmar, MN

Employment Type : Full-Time

This position exists to provide assistance to nursing faculty in the Practical Nursing and Associates Degree nursing programs during lab and simulation experiences. Under the supervision of the Dean of Nursing and Allied Health, the CLA1 will also facilitate utilization of learning aids and resources available in the simulation centers for students. The applicant (the employee) should demonstrate a knowledge of and interest in diver cultures and populations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Post-Secondary or industry certificate/diploma/degree or relevant licensure in Nursing

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of college goals and Ridgewater College's mission, vision and guiding principles.
• Knowledge of nursing programs.
• Knowledge of nursing communications, English as a Second Language, computer skills, study skills, etc.
• Communication skills (verbal, written) are essential.
• Ability to work independently in assisting students with lab resources.
• Knowledge of students support services such as career development and educational planning.
• Ability to work with administration, faculty, staff and agencies.
• Knowledge of the ADA and other legal and privacy issues.
• Post secondary degree.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb/balance.
• The position may also require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.

Why Work For Us

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.

How to Apply

You must go to www.mn.gov/careers to apply, search for Job ID 43382. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637.

For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers. contact you have questions about the position, contact Kristen Hanson at kristen.hanson@ridgewater.edu or 320-222-6073.

INSTITUTION INFORMATION

MISSION: Ridgewater College empowers divers learners to reach their full potential and enrich their lives through personalized and relevent education in an accessible, supportive and inclusive environment.

VISION: Ridgewater College is a student-centered educational leader focused on innovation, excellence and affordability.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES:

Enterprising - We are future-focused, and change-oriented, developing creative solutions to challenges that maximize our institutional, system and local resources.

Empowerment - We develop and empower employees to make decisions to best serve students and stakeholders.

Excellence - We strive to exceed expectations in all that we do.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - We seek to understand and appreciate the needs and experiences of every individual and actively work to provide genuine opportunities for everyone to succeed and participate in college actives and processes.

Trust and Respect - We are committed to developing a culture based in processes and behavior that create trust and respect among all stakeholders.

Collaboration - We connect and work together to achieve common goals while respecting needs and interests of stakeholders.

Curiosity and Creativity - We constantly strive to understand, learn, change and improve.

Accountability - As individuals and groups, we willingly accept and take ownership of our successes and failures.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.