Practical Nursing Teaching Assistant - Lab

Practical Nursing Teaching Assistant - Lab Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time PN Teaching Assistant – Lab – Part-Time

SUMMARY

The PN Teaching Assistant - Lab is responsible for maintaining the lab activities associated with the Practical Nursing curriculum to ensure an optimum learning environment. The PN Teaching Assistant - Lab must have an excellent knowledge of nursing skills, lab equipment, teaching and instruction methods and practices, and record keeping procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

Supervise and evaluate students in the lab setting; communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish cooperative working relationships with persons contacted while performing assigned duties. Coordinate and facilitate all facets of the lab setting, including but not limited to: Provide training to faculty, staff, and students pertaining to lab requirements to enter a site, health and safety precautions, conduct, communication, and patient-related activities. Recordkeeping. Scheduling. Assess educational needs of students and their ability to work effectively in the lab. Ensure that all OBN regulations related to the lab experience are adhered to by faculty. Conduct lab inventory and is responsible for obtaining and maintaining inventory and ensuring that documentation is accurate and complete. Assist with curriculum development, as needed. Assist with regulatory visits prep, as requested. Attend voluntary and required professional development training and provide documentation of proof of attendance. Attend meetings when required such as faculty meetings, IAIA meetings, and Program Advisory Committee meetings. Other duties related to lab as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

COMPETENCIES

Professional Communication. Detail Oriented. Organization. Confidentiality. Ethical. Teamwork. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving. Strong Soft Skills for interpersonal communication.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Direct Report: Practical Nursing Program Administrator Secondary Report: Interim Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Contributory Report: Director of Institutional Effectiveness

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in an academic classroom (Lab) setting. It is an onsite position.

TRAVEL

This position is expected to have occasional travel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This role requires regular communication, close vision, and focus adjustment. Duties include standing for up to 4 hours, lifting to 50 lbs., and daily typing. Employees must follow job-specific procedures and operate equipment per curriculum guidelines. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a part-time hourly position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hours may vary and outside of regular school hours may be required. Requirements: Education, Work History and Licensing Requirements: RN, BSN preferred Three years of experience as a professional nurse providing direct patient care. Two years must be as an RN. Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: Unencumbered, current Registered Nurse Licensure in Ohio (License must be renewed as required by BON) Computer Skills: Knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to navigate student learning system and student learning platforms Proficient writing and communication skills Excellent professionalism and work ethic The ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality. Valley College will verify license, prior work experience and education background. The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. They may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. EOE Statement Valley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. This position is currently accepting applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr Valley-College