Nursing Skills Laboratory Assistant

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College in Richmond, VA is seeking a part-time Nursing Skills Laboratory Assistant to support the nursing skills lab, prepare equipment, and maintain safe, organized learning spaces for student instruction.

The role assists faculty and students in hands-on learning, emphasizes laboratory readiness, inventory management, and open-lab support, with a pay range of $30–$35 per hour.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Nurse Aide program or enrollment in nursing program.
• Experience in healthcare, health sciences education, or related field.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operation of the nursing skills laboratory and ensure equipment, supplies, and spaces are prepared and maintained for student instruction and practice.
• Assist faculty and students in a hands-on learning environment focused on fundamental and advanced nursing skills.
• Emphasize laboratory readiness, inventory management, open-lab support, and maintenance of a safe and organized educational setting.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Teamwork

Education

Nurse Aide program

Enrollment in nursing program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Nursing Skills Laboratory Assistant

Agency: J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Location: Richmond (City) - 760

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: Salary commensurate with experience. Hiring range is $30.00-$35.00/hourly.

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Job Description:

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia's capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population. The Nursing Skills Laboratory Assistant supports the day-to-day operation of the nursing skills laboratory by ensuring that equipment, supplies, and learning spaces are prepared and maintained for student instruction and practice. This position assists faculty and students in a hands-on learning environment focused on fundamental and advanced nursing skills. The role emphasizes laboratory readiness, inventory management, student support during open lab sessions, and maintenance of a safe and organized educational setting.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of a Nurse Aide program or enrollment in a practical or registered nursing program.
• Experience in healthcare, health sciences education, laboratory support, or related field.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff.

Additional Considerations:

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred, nursing student, or another healthcare-related credential.