Skills Lab Assistant

Arizona College of Nursing; Merrifield (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with company match

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic culture

Job summary

Arizona College of Nursing in Merrifield, VA is seeking a part-time Skills Lab Assistant (RN, BSN) to support nursing faculty by coordinating skills and simulation labs, facilitating effective academic sessions, and providing guidance to students as they apply theory to care in lab settings.

The ideal candidate has an active RN license and at least one year of clinical experience, with familiarity in nursing lab equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Active unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in Arizona.
• A minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience relevant to the area(s) of responsibility.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated effective organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with supervisors, co‑workers, and students.
• Familiarity with nursing or similar lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support Nursing Faculty to coordinate skills and simulation laboratory classes.
• Assist with setting up skills and simulation labs to facilitate effective academic sessions.
• Assist students in applying knowledge and competencies to care for patients/clients in the lab setting.
• Provide feedback on student progress of course learning outcomes.
• Be readily available to assist students with questions and guidance.
• Adhere to standards and safety protocols in the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

Nursing lab equipment familiarity

Job description

Why You Should Work With Us:

Great opportunity for a RN, BSN! 16-20 hours a week. $45.00 per hour.

Ideal Candidates Have Clinical Experience in Med/Surg, Mental Health, and/or PediatricsArizona College of Nursing is a rapidly growing, nursing school that transforms people’s lives by preparing them for careers in nursing and improving communities through the care its graduates provide. As a leading nurse educator, Arizona College of Nursing offers students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s in nursing in 3 years or less with qualified transfer credits. Our quality nursing curriculum prepares students for an in‑demand career to help communities overcome the chronic, well‑known, and increasing nursing shortage. Through the execution of a targeted growth strategy, the college plans to meet the growing demand for nurses by launching campuses in markets where bachelor’s prepared nurses are needed. Putting students first, we are dedicated to providing students with an exceptional education in growing healthcare fields; teaching them relevant, required skills for today and the future. Our culture is positive, supportive, and collaborative. As a team, we continually embrace our core values:

Passion: We love helping others succeed.Excellence: We strive to be the best.Adaptability: We learn, in part by trying new ideas.Accountability: We own our results.Integrity: We do the right thing.

What You’ll Do:

Under general supervision from Nursing Faculty, the Skills Lab Assistant plays a vital role in supporting student academic success by assisting students in laboratory/simulation settings to meet specific student learning outcomes. The Skills Lab Assistant is responsible for reinforcing instruction and communication of student performance to the lead course faculty.

• Support Nursing Faculty to coordinate skills and simulation laboratory classes.
• Assist with setting up skills and simulation labs to facilitate effective academic sessions.
• Assist students in applying knowledge and competencies to care for patients/clients in the lab setting.
• Provide feedback on student progress of course learning outcomes.
• Be readily available to assist students with questions and guidance.
• Adhere to standards and safety protocols in the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

At Arizona College of Nursing, we believe in a collaborative approach where all colleagues work together towards our shared goals. It’s important to note that this list doesn’t cover everything you’ll be asked to do or need to do. We value adaptability and flexibility as we grow and evolve as an organization.

What We Need From You:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Must have:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Active unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in Arizona.
• A minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience relevant to the area(s) of responsibility.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated effective organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with supervisors, co‑workers, and students.

Nice to have:

• Familiarity with nursing or similar lab equipment.

What We Are Offering You:

• Competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.
• Dynamic organizational culture within a supportive working environment.
• Preparation for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

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