Skills Lab Manager at Kenya Highlands University

Report to: HOD, Department of Nursing & Midwifery
Requirements for appointment to this position:

• Must be a committed Christian;
• Must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) from a recognized university;
• Must be a registered nurse with the regulatory body with a valid license;
• Has a minimum of 3-5 years of clinical experience;
• Has experience in nursing education
• Has previous supervisory experience of nursing students
• Has strong leadership, organisational interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in computer applications and learning management systems
• Knowledge of nursing curriculum and standards of care
• Experience with simulation equipment and technology
• Can manage budgets and resources effectively
• Has excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Duties and Responsibilities of a Skills Lab Manager

• Develops and manages lab schedules to accommodate student and faculty needs
• Ensures the lab is clean, safe and well maintained
• Oversees the procurement, maintenanceand inventory of lab equipment and supplies
• Collaborates with faculty to developand update lab curriculum to align with program outcomes
• Creates and implements realistic simulation scenarios to enhance student learning
• Develops and maintains a variety of learning resources (e.g. text books, online modules, and vidoes) to support skill acquaition
• Supervises students during lab sessions, providing guidance and feedback
• Develops and administers skill cpmpetency assessments
• Collects and analyzes student feedback to improve lab experiences