Part - Time Student Worker, Lab Assistant - Nursing - FY 2027

Student Worker for Nursing Department Simulation Labs

The Nursing Department has openings for Student Workers to support the simulation labs. Reporting directly to the Simulation Lab Manager and/or Program Director, the Student-Worker will receive training to perform assigned tasks under supervision to ensure the completeness and accuracy of all duties. The primary focus of this role is to maintain the simulation settings and lab rooms in a clean, organized, and functional state to facilitate a professional learning environment.

Non-Instructional Role Clarification - The position of Lab Assistant is NOT a teaching, educational, or instructional role. In compliance with the Nevada State Board of Nursing an instructor must have a minimum of a Master's Degree in Nursing to teach. The Student-Worker is prohibited from teaching or lecturing to students. While Student-Workers may provide assistance and answer student questions regarding the physical use of lab equipment and supplies during open labs, they are not permitted to provide clinical instruction or evaluate student performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operational Support: Assist with the set-up and breakdown of lab carts, simulation settings, and equipment for scheduled sessions and labs.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure all lab equipment is in proper working order and perform routine cleaning of equipment and lab rooms.
• Inventory Management: Assist with stocking, organizing, and tracking lab equipment and supplies to prevent operational delays.
• Lab Assistance: Participate in open labs and provide technical guidance to students on the correct use of lab equipment and supplies.
• Safety and Compliance: Strictly adhere to OSHA Guidelines and all established lab safety and security protocols.
• Communication: Demonstrate excellent communication skills when interacting with students, faculty, and staff.

Physical Requirements

• Stamina: Ability to stand for periods of 3 to 5 hours and walk for 2 to 3 hours.
• Mobility: Must be able to bend and twist at the waist and reach above and below shoulder level.
• Manual Dexterity: Ability to grasp, push, pull, and perform fine manipulation with both hands.
• Strength: Ability to lift at least 1015 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 18 years of age or older.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, and some weekends.
• Ability to travel to multi-campus sites as needed.
• Currently enrolled in a CSN's Nurse Assistant (NA), Practical Nurse (PN) or ADN program

Preferred Qualifications

• Current third or fourth-semester nursing student in ADN program.
• Checked off on all NURS 115 skills

Starting Salary

$14.00 Hourly

Exempt No Full-Time Equivalent 48.8%Required Attachment(s)

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents to your application:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Copy of Academic Schedule