Professional Assistant (PA) for Nursing

Suffolk County Community College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous vacation days

Deferred compensation plans

Defined benefit (pension) plan

Job summary

A community college in New York is seeking a full-time Professional Assistant (PA) for Nursing, starting Fall 2026. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Nursing and an active NYS RN license, with experience in a clinical setting and in nursing education. Responsibilities include setting up lab equipment, assisting nursing students, and maintaining lab organization and safety standards. Benefits include medical plans, vacation days, and a pension plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.
• Active New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical RN experience in an acute-care hospital.
• Experience in a nursing role providing support to students and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Proficiency with basic office technology for documentation and inventory management.
• Knowledge of infection control principles and safe handling of medical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain equipment for lab and clinical sessions.
• Assist with clinical onboarding of nursing students and faculty.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and inventory management.
• Provide technical support to faculty.
• Participate in departmental and college committees.

Skills

Reinforcing foundational nursing skills

Guiding students during lab practice

Troubleshooting nursing lab equipment

Organization and attention to detail

Applying infection control practices

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing

Active New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Overview

Full‑time (12‑month), tenure‑track Professional Assistant (PA) for Nursing, beginning Fall 2026 at Ammerman Campus, Selden, NY.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain equipment and supplies for laboratory and clinical simulation sessions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, accessible, and well‑supplied storage room(s).
• Assist in clinical onboarding and orientation of nursing students and faculty under the direction of the academic chair.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance, inventory management, order supplies, manage hazardous waste disposal, coordinate laundering of lines, and supervise lab practice sessions.
• Provide technical assistance and support to faculty.
• Participate actively in departmental, campus, and college committees.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Academic Chair.

Ideal Candidate

• Able to reinforce foundational nursing skills (vital signs, medication administration, blood administration, sterile technique, wound care, IV therapy, tracheostomy care) through coaching and hands‑on guidance.
• Skilled in guiding and supporting students during open lab practice sessions with constructive feedback.
• Proficient in setting up, operating, and troubleshooting nursing lab/simulation equipment (mannequins, task trainers, instructional technology).
• Strong organization and attention to detail to maintain a clean, safe, well‑stocked lab environment aligned with protocols and standards.
• Consistent safety mindset applying infection control and OSHA practices in daily lab operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.
• Active New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical RN experience in an acute‑care hospital (inpatient) setting.
• Experience in a nursing role providing support, guidance, or supervision to newly hired nurses, nursing students, and/or unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Proficiency with basic office technology, including Microsoft Word and Excel, for documentation, inventory management, scheduling, and record maintenance.
• Knowledge of infection control principles, OSHA standards, and safe handling of medical equipment and supplies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a nursing skills lab or simulation lab in a college setting.
• Familiarity with nursing lab and simulation equipment, including mannequins, task trainers, and instructional technology.
• Experience supporting open lab student practice sessions.
• Experience with inventory management systems and the handling, tracking, and organization of lab supplies and equipment.

Benefits & Salary

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, generous vacation days, deferred compensation plans and a defined benefit (pension) plan.