Nursing Lab Coordinator

Compensation Type: Salaried

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Compensation: $31.00

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The Nursing Lab Coordinator works under the direction of the Supervisor and in collaboration with the Simulation Lab team to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of laboratory operations and resource utilization to meet student learning environment needs. The Nursing Lab Coordinator stocks, organizes, sets up, and takes down supplies used for student skill practice, demonstrations, and testing. This role coordinates with laboratory staff and faculty to plan, coordinate, and implement laboratory experiences to support student learning.

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Lab Coordination

• Coordinates daily operations of the Nursing program laboratories with faculty and Staff

• Coordinates with Course Leaders in the utilization of EBP to integrate best practices in lab instruction

• Coordinates with laboratory staff and course faculty to create a learning environment that will increase the student’s ability to meet the skill competencies

• Coordinates with course leads to provide orientation for new faculty related to lab policy, procedures, and equipment

• Coordinates practices to maintain appropriate standards of lab cleanliness and assists with finding resources for equipment maintenance and repairs

• Creates and maintains a respectful and professional working environment

• Performs minor repairs and cleans equipment to maintain good working Order and collaborates with Facilities for repairs, as needed

• Maintains biohazardous materials in accordance with policy to ensure safety

• Organizes and labels supply storage, ensuring the availability of supplies for students and faculty

• Monitors and maintains records of supplies used and needed

• Ensures practices are in accordance with requirements for pharmacy license approval

Clerical & Administrative

• Maintains inventory of supplies, equipment, and learning resources in the Nursing program laboratories

• Maintains professional standards reflective of the Ohio Board of Nursing rules and ACEN Standards and Criteria

• Assist in maintaining records and inventories of activities, equipment, and supplies in the laboratories

• Maintains documentation related to lab safety, maintenance, and compliance requirements

• Maintains confidentiality of student records, performance information, and sensitive conversations encountered in the laboratory in accordance with institutional policies and applicable privacy regulations

Student Success Support

• Supports a safe, organized, and professional learning environment within the laboratory that enhances the student’s ability to use conceptual thinking and problem-solving skills

• May, at times, reinforce previous learning during open Nursing Program laboratory hours

• Culture of Respect

• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community

Culture of Respect

• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community

OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains current healthcare provider CPR certification

• Participating in courses, faculty, and staff meetings as needed

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Associate (ADN)

• Two (2) years of previous employment in direct patient care as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse

• *An appropriate combination of education, training, coursework, and experience may qualify a candidate.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s)

• Current, valid license as a Registered Nurse in Ohio

• Current healthcare provider CPR certification

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Clinical, hospital, and simulation type laboratories with regular exposure to dust, dirt, water, cleaning elements, clinical care supplies, and other conditions when storing, stocking, preparing, and using supplies

• Occasional exposure to minor cuts, needle stick injuries, and other similar injuries

• Regular exposure to moderate noise levels typical of laboratories and students

*CSCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment