Lab Operations Manager (Temporary)

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a temporary EISLE Nursing Lab Operations Manager. This role involves supporting lab operations, managing inventory, and teaching nursing skills to students. Ideal candidates will have a nursing degree and at least two years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Professional training opportunities

Retail and restaurant discounts

Savings on local child care centers

Special rates for performing arts events

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse in North Carolina with at least two years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lab environments and manage inventory.
• Prepare teaching materials and evaluate student performance.
• Handle sensitive data in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA.

Skills

Nursing

Data Management

Teaching

Education

Nursing degree from an accredited institution

Job description

Monday – Wednesday, Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM and most Thursdays 7:00AM – 6:00PM. With appropriate notice, work at night and/or weekends rarely, if needed.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill offers diverse social, cultural, recreational, and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development, and lifelong learning, and enjoy exclusive perks including retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers, and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The mission of the School of Nursing is to enhance and improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and beyond through education, research, clinical practice, and community service. Established in 1950, it was the first nursing school in North Carolina to offer a four-year baccalaureate degree, followed by master's, doctoral, and accelerated programs. Today, it is renowned for its academic excellence, research, and community engagement.

The Education-Innovation-Simulation Learning Environment (EISLE) supports undergraduate and graduate programs by providing a safe simulation of clinical settings where students learn and practice nursing skills.

Position Summary

The School of Nursing seeks a temporary EISLE Nursing Lab Operations Manager to support lab operations during a leave of absence. This is a 40-hour per week onsite role.

The manager will support lab setup, breakdown, inventory management, and ensure safe, efficient operations, incorporating evidence-based practices into clinical skill development.

Responsibilities

1. Operational Lab Support
   1. Maintain lab environments: prepare labs according to semester schedules, restock supplies, clean, and organize.
   2. Manage inventory: monitor and troubleshoot equipment, forecast needs, order supplies, and assist with equipment transportation for simulations.
2. Teach and Evaluate Students
   1. Prepare teaching materials, train staff and faculty, and evaluate student performance using established criteria.
   2. Facilitate practice sessions and assessments.
3. Data Management
   1. Handle sensitive data in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA.
   2. Collect and analyze performance data, monitor attendance, and maintain records.
4. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Licensed Registered Nurse in North Carolina with at least two years of relevant experience.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Nursing degree from an accredited institution.
• Unrestricted RN license in North Carolina.
• Minimum of two years RN experience in medical-surgical, pediatric, or maternal nursing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in clinical nursing and teaching.
• Comfort with demonstrating nursing skills on camera and teaching small groups.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to perform complex nursing and operational activities, interpret data, coordinate multiple projects, and train others.
• Physical ability to set up and break down labs, lift up to 70 pounds with assistance, and perform related tasks.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Awareness of hazards related to bloodborne pathogens, latex, and cleaning chemicals, with proper safety procedures.