Nursing Lab and Clinical Assoc (S03973)

Montgomery College•TP/SS - Health Sciences Center, MD

10d•$74,267 - $96,558•Onsite

About The Position

Montgomery College is hiring three full-time Nursing Lab and Clinical Associates for its Nursing program: two at the Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus and one at the East Campus Education Center. The position oversees students in the nursing skills lab using national care standards and evaluation criteria approved by the Lab Manager and faculty. It supports student skill development, a safe and effective learning environment, lab operations, and program activities. The typical Takoma Park/Silver Spring schedule is 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, based on program and student needs. The typical East Campus Education Center schedule is 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday, with times varying according to program and student needs. Intermittent Saturdays may be required for student and program support, as an alternative to a weekday. The position is not eligible for telework. It is a non-bargaining, exempt, grade 29 position. Montgomery College promotes a working and learning environment rooted in fairness, belonging, and inclusiveness. The College is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity and maintains a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maryland or a compact state.
Three years of nursing experience in acute care settings.
Ability to provide safe, competent patient care for acutely ill medical-surgical patients using current standards of practice.
Working knowledge of nursing methods, procedures, techniques, tools, equipment, and materials, as well as hazard and safety precautions.
Working knowledge of electronic medical records and current medication delivery methods.
Experience performing medical-surgical skills, including injection administration, intravenous infusion, Foley insertion, wound care, central line dressing changes, and tracheostomy care and suctioning.
Ability to use medical equipment, including IV, tube feed, and PCA pumps and associated supplies, hospital beds, defibrillators, and AED devices.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to prioritize tasks and ensure accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
Skill in using Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Three years of acute care nursing experience in medical-surgical, step-down, emergency room, or critical care settings.

Responsibilities

Supervise and guide students practicing nursing skills and patient care within the scope of a registered nurse and in accordance with evidence-based practice.
Host skill review workshops and lab referrals.
Evaluate student performance using standardized criteria and provide timely feedback.
Identify learning gaps and work with the Lab Manager and course coordinator to address them.
Serve as a role model and resource for students on the nursing program and professional practice.
Mentor students in special projects and activities, such as Pinning ceremonies, the Welcome Back forum, health fairs, and the nursing club.
Foster an educational environment that promotes competence in nursing skills.
Create physical, social, and working environments that facilitate learning.
Integrate cross-cultural knowledge and diverse learning styles into simulated clinical practice.
Set up and maintain on-campus labs, instructional technology, and equipment for student and faculty use.
Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, troubleshooting, and repair of equipment, including IV pumps, simulated defibrillators, bladder scanners, and mannequins.
Receive deliveries, stock supplies, maintain lab inventory, and prepare course-specific supply carts and bins.
Assist in the Simulation Center as needed.
Assist the Lab Manager with onboarding new staff and orienting new faculty to lab equipment, supplies, and procedures.
Participate in program and committee meetings and contribute to curriculum planning, including on-campus clinical instruction and evaluation.
Promote community awareness of the nursing program by building relationships with individuals and organizations.