Part - Time Lab Tutor, NURS RN - FY 2027

College of Southern Nevada; North Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Access to nursing labs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

College of Southern Nevada in North Las Vegas is seeking a Part-Time RN Lab Tutor to support students in nursing labs and simulation environments. You will assist with equipment handling, safety practices, and skill rehearsal under supervision and guidance from faculty.

This role focuses on facilitating hands-on practice rather than formal teaching, helping students build confidence while maintaining safety standards across lab spaces.

Qualifications

• Current Nevada RN license is required.
• BSN degree is required.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Ability to travel between CSN campuses as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist students during class or open laboratory sessions with operation of nursing equipment.
• Answer questions regarding use and function of lab equipment.
• Support student practice of clinical skills previously taught in lectures and labs.
• Follow instructor-provided checklists to guide student practice and ensure safety.

Skills

Mobility & travel flexibility

Basic computer skills

Education

Nevada RN License

BSN

Job description

Job Description

The Nursing Department has openings for Part-Time RN Lab Tutors to support student learning and skills practice within the nursing laboratories and simulation environment. Reporting directly to the Simulation Lab Manager and/or Program Director, the RN Lab Tutor assists students with the use of nursing skills equipment and supplies and provides support for class labs and during open laboratory sessions.

The RN Lab Tutor assists students in practicing clinical skills and procedures previously taught in lecture, provides guidance on the use of lab equipment and supplies, and utilizes instructor-provided skills checklists to support student learning. This position supports a positive learning environment by promoting student confidence, engagement, and safe use of laboratory resources.

* Non-Instructional Role Clarification

The position of RN Lab Tutor is NOT a teaching, educational, or instructional role. The RN Lab Tutor is prohibited from providing formal classroom or clinical instruction, assigning grades, evaluating student performance, or independently teaching new content. RN Lab Tutors may assist students with the physical use of laboratory equipment and facilitate practice of skills and procedures that have already been taught by nursing faculty using approved course materials and instructor-provided skills checklists.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Student Support

• Assist students during class laboratory or open laboratory sessions with the operation and use of nursing skills equipment and supplies.
• Answer questions regarding the physical use and function of laboratory equipment.
• Support student practice of clinical skills and procedures previously taught in lecture and laboratory settings.
• Utilize instructor-provided skills checklists to guide student practice and reinforce established course expectations.

Laboratory Operations

• Assist with the setup, organization, and breakdown of laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Ensure equipment is available, functional, and properly maintained for student use.
• Maintain laboratory spaces in a clean, organized, and professional condition.

Safety and Compliance

• Promote safe handling and use of nursing laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Adhere to all departmental, institutional, and OSHA safety guidelines.
• Maintain security of laboratory equipment and resources.

Communication and Professionalism

• Demonstrate professional and respectful communication with students, faculty, and staff.
• Collaborate with nursing faculty and program administrators to support student success.
• Provide timely communication regarding equipment concerns, supply needs, or student issues requiring faculty follow-up.

Physical Requirements

Stamina

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during laboratory sessions.

Mobility

• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and maneuver laboratory equipment and supplies.

Manual Dexterity

• Ability to operate nursing skills equipment and perform fine motor tasks.

Strength

• Ability to lift and move equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds

Minimum Qualifications

• Current unrestricted Nevada Registered Nurse (RN) License.
• BSN
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to travel between CSN campuses as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with undergraduate nursing students.
• Previous tutoring, mentoring, precepting, or educational support experience.
• Experience in nursing skills laboratory, simulation, clinical education, or staff development environments.

$28.45 per hour. Ability to work flexible schedules including days, evenings, and occasional weekends.

Exempt
No

Full-Time Equivalent
48.8%

Posting Close Date
06/30/2027

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. For more information, visit http://www.csn.edu/nondiscrimination .

CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.