Clinical Laboratory Supervisor

Job Title: Nursing Lab Supervisor – Full-time Position Type: Full Time Department: Nursing Job Summary The Nursing Lab Supervisor oversees the safe and effective use of the nursing and simulation laboratory environments, supplies, and equipment required to meet the course and program learning outcomes of the Nursing and Allied Health programs. The role supervises Nursing Laboratory Coordinators and Student Aides and reports directly to the Nursing Department Director. Responsibilities Laboratory Supervision Oversee all activities in the Nursing Simulation and Learning Laboratories. Manage the schedule for all lab rooms for use by Nursing. Coordinate with Allied Health and WFD for laboratory room access. Prioritize daily workflow and adjust as needed while ensuring learning needs are met. Collaborate with faculty to plan and prepare instructional activities, supplies, and equipment necessary to meet course learning objectives. Maintain, prepare, and distribute equipment and supplies for faculty-led activities and student practice sessions. Guide nursing students when they practice skills independently in the labs as specified by faculty and according to curricular standards. Plan and communicate laboratory practice hours to faculty and students and post appointment times using scheduling application. Maintain records and schedules of practice sessions and utilization of laboratory hours. Collaborate with Information Systems and Audiovisual departments in the set‑up and use of their technologies in the lab rooms. Manage Inventory (Supplies/Equipment) and Utilization Coordinate schedule with lab coordinators to ensure adequate staff support for students and faculty. Work closely with Lab Coordinators in all areas of lab preparation and clean‑up to maintain orderliness of the labs. Train student aides in proper lab procedures and use of equipment and supplies. Maintain adequate par levels of laboratory supplies for all learning activities. Document and maintain accurate inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment. Maintain a current directory of all Nursing Learning Laboratory and Simulation Laboratory inventory on the department shared drive. Complete the college’s annual inventory of lab equipment and retain records for the department. Dispose of old or surplus equipment according to college policies. Recommend and obtain quotes for capital equipment and supply purchases, including Perkins‑funded items, for utilization in the Nursing Laboratory. Collaborate with the Nursing Director to manage the capital and operating budget for the Nursing Learning Laboratory and Simulation Laboratory. Prepare monthly reports on the utilization of the Nursing Learning Laboratory and Simulation Laboratory for department meetings, and semester summary reports for the Director and department. Oversee Simulation Activities Coordinate use of shared HPNSs and associated equipment for Nursing and Allied Health programs. Ensure annual maintenance, safe storage, and appropriate utilization of the HPNSs. Troubleshoot simulator problems, make minor repairs or coordinate repairs with equipment vendors. Schedule repairs as needed. Assist students and faculty in utilizing patient simulators during learning activities. Coordinate and schedule training on simulators as needed for faculty. Safety Maintain a safe laboratory environment for participating students and faculty according to industry and college standards. Coordinate laboratory room maintenance and repairs with Plant Maintenance as needed. Provide orientation to policies, procedures, location and function of equipment and supplies, and safe operation of equipment for all participants in lab activities. Troubleshoot equipment problems, make minor repairs or coordinate repairs with equipment vendors. Control the security of the laboratories, equipment, and instructional supplies. Ensure safe storage and coordinate annual disposal of hazardous materials and equipment (e.g., sharps). Obtain and maintain proficiency in operating equipment safely and according to industry standards, including IV pumps, HPSs, manikins, ventilators, defibrillator, and patient monitoring devices. Document continuing education related to current technical and educational practices. Support Support program enrollment and development initiatives by presenting nursing lab and equipment as requested, including lab tours and HPS demonstrations during department information sessions, open houses, other college and department activities, and administrative tours. Hire and supervise student aides including timesheets and records. Ensure Nursing Laboratory’s bulletin board is maintained in a current and appropriate state. Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Director. Supervision Laboratory coordinator(s). Student aide(s). Qualifications Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Master’s degree in Nursing preferred. Experience Minimum of three years experience in a hospital and/or nursing education field. Experience working with 3G Human Patient Simulators (current technology) and related equipment and technology preferred. Skills Current, unencumbered R.N. License in NJ. Knowledge of current standards of nursing practice. Ability to utilize current nursing lab equipment and perform all basic nursing skills. Good organizational skills. Ability to work independently and collaborate with others. Basic computer literacy and the ability to learn and use additional applications required for the use of simulators, lab equipment and course‑specific electronic resources. Ability to move, lift, or carry simulators, manikins, and other equipment (25 pounds). Ability to push and pull wheeled equipment including beds, stretchers, carts and IV poles. Work Hours Monday to Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm with some flexibility as outlined by the college. #J-18808-Ljbffr