Nursing Laboratory Educational Assistant at Connecticut State Community College

Job description

About CT State Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success. For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State Position Details Employment Type: Part-Time, Educational Assistant Hours: Up to 17 hours per week Anticipated Start Date: Continuous Recruitment Work Location: Multiple Campuses Work Modality: On site; Position is not remote Position Summary The Nursing Laboratory Educational Assistant collaborates with faculty to assist the undergraduate associate degree nursing students to develop nursing skills and clinical judgment in the nursing laboratory. The educational assistant schedules students to practice skills in an open lab, manages lab supplies, and remediates skills for students to meet learning outcomes. The nursing laboratory assistant plays a pivotal role in shaping the practical competence and professional development of future nurses, preparing them to deliver safe and effective patient care in clinical settings. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under the direction of the Academic Division Director, Nursing the Nursing Laboratory Educational Assistant is accountable for effective performance in these essential functional areas: Key responsibilities include: Assist with the facilitation, implementation, and evaluation of simulation activities and educational materials for all nursing courses in collaboration with nursing faculty. This may involve demonstrating procedures such as patient assessment, medication calculation acquisition for safe medication administration, wound care, and various nursing interventions. Collaborate with faculty to provide consistent and relevant student learning experiences to meet the course and laboratory learning outcomes. Facilitates student learning in the laboratory setting by coaching students to translate knowledge into the attitudes and skills required to give safe high-quality patient care. They serve as mentors to nursing students, offering encouragement, advice, and support as students navigate the challenges of learning clinical skills and preparing for their nursing careers. Review and provide feedback to students on assignments as needed. Facilitate the clinical experience in the nursing skills laboratory. Maintain and manage inventory of laboratory supplies for the skills nursing lab. Stay current with advances in nursing practice, technology, and educational methodologies to continually enhance the effectiveness of laboratory support and student learning outcomes. Support and implement CT-CCNP policies and procedures as appropriate in laboratory setting. Foster a learning environment that supports diversity and professionalism. This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description. Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in Nursing with two (2) years of clinical nursing experience. An active CT license as a registered nurse. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Understanding of nursing simulation methodologies Demonstrated proficiency in guiding students through the bridge between theoretical knowledge and clinical application Ability to manage the operational complexities of a high-volume laboratory, including inventory oversight and policy implementation Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Powe