Part Time Nursing Lab Tutor

Niagara Community College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Niagara Community College is seeking a Part-Time Nursing Lab Tutor to aid nursing students in mastering essential clinical and lab skills. The tutor will work closely with faculty to enhance course objectives and provide guidance.

The ideal candidate must hold an associate's degree in nursing and a current registered nurse license, alongside recent clinical experience. Responsibilities include tutoring, maintaining lab organization, and ensuring student safety.

Qualifications

• An associate's degree in nursing is required.
• Must have a current registered nurse license.
• Recent clinical experience within the last five years is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Tutoring students in nursing lab skills individually and in groups.
• Providing constructive feedback to improve techniques.
• Maintaining a safe and organized lab environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Adaptability

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Current registered nurse license

Tools

Computer hardware and software

Job description

Position Overview

SUNY Niagara seeks a Part‑Time Nursing Lab Tutor to support nursing students in developing and mastering clinical and laboratory skills required for success in the nursing program. The tutor works collaboratively with faculty to reinforce course objectives, provide guidance on proper technique, and ensure students gain competence and confidence in essential psychomotor skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist students individually or in small groups to practice and refine nursing lab skills, following faculty instruction and competency checklists.
• Convey concepts in multiple ways to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Provide or assist with group redemonstration of psychomotor skills.
• Reinforce correct procedures for skills such as vital signs measurement, medication administration, wound care, IV insertion, patient transfers, and other fundamental nursing techniques.
• Provide constructive feedback to help students improve accuracy, safety, and efficiency.
• Support students in preparing for skill assessments, simulations, and clinical rotations.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and fully stocked lab environment; ensure equipment is functional and ready for use.
• Reinforce infection control policies, patient‑safety guidelines, and professional behavior standards.
• Collaborate with nursing faculty to identify student learning needs.
• Assist with lab set‑up, clean‑up, and preparation for classes or skills check‑offs as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Friendly and welcoming attitude toward all students; excellent communication skills.
• Proficient use of computer hardware and software related to nursing.
• Ability to work individually and in a team environment.
• Ability to multitask and tutor individuals or small groups simultaneously.
• Adaptability to a fast‑paced environment.
• Use of appropriate learning techniques and strategies to achieve learning outcomes.
• Effective communication and collaboration in a diverse community; strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions from supervisor or faculty.

Required Qualifications

• An associate’s degree in nursing.
• Current registered nurse license.
• Recent (within five years) clinical experience.

Desirable Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing or enrollment in a MSN program.
• Teaching experience.
• Experience as a tutor.

Documents to Apply

• Resume.
• Cover letter that addresses each qualification.
• Unofficial transcripts.
• Contact information for three current, work‑related references.
• Optional: Certifications/Licenses, additional transcripts.

EEO Statement

SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Contact

Human Resources
A261 Notar Administration Building
3111 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn, NY 14132
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