Learning Support Specialist - Nursing

Rochester Regional Health • St. Louis, MO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Support Specialist supports academic success and skill development across the College and broader health system. The role provides individualized and group learning support, reinforces course content, and helps students develop study, problem-solving, and foundational skills. It also supports hands-on learning in skills and simulation labs by helping maintain a prepared, organized, and student-centered laboratory environment. The position helps students become confident, independent learners while supporting faculty in delivering educational experiences.

Requirements

• For RNs: Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
• For LPNs: Graduation from a School of Practical Nursing.
• Active New York State Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse licensure.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a clinical, laboratory, or academic support setting.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to build rapport with diverse learners.
• Sound judgment, adaptability, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Knowledge of tutoring best practices, learning support strategies, and basic laboratory procedures.
• Ability to create a positive, student-centered environment and model professionalism and ethical practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject-specific support through scheduled and drop-in tutoring sessions.
• Clarify and reinforce classroom concepts and assist students with problem-solving, applying knowledge, and study strategies.
• Adapt learning support to students’ diverse learning styles, backgrounds, and needs.
• Use questioning and active listening to assess understanding and guide students toward independent mastery.
• Help students develop critical thinking, organization, and academic confidence.
• Maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and professional learning environment.
• Refer students to academic, personal, or community resources when appropriate.
• Assist faculty with preparing, organizing, and maintaining lab spaces, equipment, manikins, and instructional materials.
• Support students during open lab hours by guiding practice, reinforcing skills, and helping them use equipment and learning tools; assistance is non-evaluative.
• Clarify lab concepts and practice activities in alignment with course objectives.
• Ensure proper storage, upkeep, cleanliness, and functionality of laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Assist with setup and breakdown for simulation and skills-based learning activities.
• Engage in professional development to improve tutoring effectiveness, cultural competence, and laboratory support skills.
• Use feedback and reflective practice to improve performance.
• Model professional behavior, effective communication, and collaborative teamwork.
• Support the College’s mission to develop workforce-ready healthcare professionals through academic and experiential learning.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree