Clinical Lab Assistant, Nursing

Seminole State College of Florida; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Seminole State College of Florida is seeking a part-time Clinical Lab Assistant, Nursing to support nursing skills practice in a laboratory setting, prepare labs, orient students and maintain equipment and inventory. The role requires an unencumbered Florida RN license and at least one year of nursing experience; an associate degree in nursing is preferred and teaching experience is a plus.

Compensation includes $31.07 per hour for up to 26 hours per week, with emphasis on safety, regulatory

Qualifications

• Must have an unencumbered Florida RN license.
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience.
• Associate degree in nursing or higher preferred; teaching experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities to support instructional labs.
• Assist with nursing lab exercises and student practice.
• Prepare and tidy labs for instruction.
• Maintain documentation of student competence.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Nursing skills

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Multicultural awareness

Lab safety

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Job description

Responsibilities

The part-time Clinical Lab Assistant, Nursing assists small groupsof students with nursing skills practice in laboratory setting. Prepares lab for instruction, orients students to lab, maintainsequipment and inventory, monitors lab utilization, and performsother related duties.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates activities to support the implementation of specified instructional labs.
• Assists with lab exercises and optional student practice sessions.
• Prepares lab for instruction and tidies lab upon completion of instruction.
• Assists with practice of nursing clinical skills, utilizing SSC accepted skills procedures, in a small group setting.
• Assists with simulation learning activities in the nursing skills lab.
• Maintains documentation of student competence in clinical skills.
• Complies with all regulatory requirements for completion of certification by designated state agencies, following established safe lab practices.
• Ensures student and instructor safety by complying with assigned instructions and regulations as defined by state certifying agencies.
• Maintains inventory and appropriate storage of supplies and equipment, reorders supplies when necessary.
• Performs other duties as may be required or assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Unencumbered active Florida RN License.
• One year of nursing experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher from a regionally or nationally accredited institution in nursing.
• Previous teaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the assigned discipline.
• Knowledge of the rules, regulations, and procedures of the assigned discipline area.
• Demonstrated knowledge in the effective use of laboratory technology and equipment.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills.
• Ability to exhibit a professional courteous demeanor and interact effectively with students, faculty, and supervisors.
• Committed to working in a multicultural environment.

Work Environment and Special Considerations

• Works in a laboratory environment.
• May be required to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

This description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This position is not eligible for Veteran's Preference.

Are you ready to inspire the next generation of learners? Seminole State College of Florida is seeking dedicated Clinical Lab Assistants who are committed to student success and academic excellence. Serving more than 22,000 students across five campuses and online, Seminole State offers 200+ degree and certificate programs, high-demand bachelor’s degrees, and seamless transfer pathways such as Direct Connect to UCF. With small class sizes, flexible learning options, and a 95% placement rate for A.S. graduates, our faculty make a lasting difference in students’ lives while preparing them for 21st-century careers.

Pay Benefits and Work Schedule

Clinical Lab Assistants are paid according to Seminole State College’s Non-Bargaining Unit Salary Schedule:

• $31.07 Hourly up to 26 hours per week

Conditions of Employment

Finalists and individuals recommended for employment at Seminole State College must reside in the State of Florida at the time of hire and may be subject to background investigations and fingerprinting in compliance with Florida Statute 1001.64; and Seminole State College Policy 1.020; 2.020. Criminal background checks and fingerprinting will be conducted for all new employees, and for rehired employees who have had a break in service for one year or more. The Office of Human Resources will determine which background checks shall be conducted for each position, based upon its review of job descriptions and the responsibilities of the position. These include, but are not limited to, positions that have access to money, master keys, security-sensitive areas and confidential information; positions that have the capability to create, delete, and alter records; and positions that are responsible for the care and instruction of children. The College will conduct various types of background checks which may include, but are not limited to: criminal background, credit check, driver’s license check, previous employment and references.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Seminole State College is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, gender, veterans’ or military status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, or any other factor protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in its programs, activities, and employment.

Other Information

Veterans' Preference

Seminole State College of Florida adheres to Florida’s Veteran’s Preference laws by providing preference in hiring to covered job applicants. Moreover, in recognition of the valuable contributions made by veterans, the College also considers any applicant’s military service background when filling job positions not covered by Veteran’s Preference laws. To claim Veteran's Preference for eligible positions, a copy of your DD-214 form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty must be uploaded and attached to your application to claim Veterans' Preference.

Holders of Degrees from Institutions Outside the USA

Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States are required to obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees. Foreign transcripts should be evaluated by one of the organizations approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. This evaluation must be submitted at the time of application. We recommend World Education Services at P.O. Box 5087, Bowling Green Station, New York, NY 10274-5087, telephone [phone] or email address www.wes.org. The interview process may be delayed until such a review has been completed.