Nursing Lab Coordinator - Fort Atkinson

Madison College • Madison, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Madison College’s School of Nursing is seeking a Nursing Laboratory Coordinator for its Fort Atkinson Branch Campus in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin. The coordinator prepares, leads, and coordinates the day-to-day operation of the nursing skills lab, providing technical leadership and ensuring that supplies, equipment, and software are available, organized, and ready for classes and simulation experiences. The role maintains clean and organized labs and supply rooms, and ensures unneeded supplies are removed and disposed of in accordance with infection-control standards.

The coordinator maintains expertise in real-world nursing skills and operates complex technical equipment to support student learning. Responsibilities include managing lab purchasing and budgets, maintaining inventory, and providing open practice hours for students in first- and second-semester nursing courses. The position may also support students’ preparation for clinical rotations by helping ensure their health requirements are up to date.

This is a full-time position scheduled for 40 hours per week, 40 weeks per year. Core hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend hours are required to support events and lab coordination. The position has an expected progression plan that may provide a $1.00-per-hour increase upon meeting its criteria.

Applicants must have an associate degree in nursing or a Licensed Practical Nurse technical diploma, 1–3 years of relevant work experience, and two years as an RN or LPN. Madison College does not offer visa sponsorship for this position; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at hire and maintain authorization throughout employment.

Requirements

• Associate degree in nursing or Licensed Practical Nurse technical diploma.
• 1–3 years of relevant work experience.
• Two years of experience as an RN or LPN.
• Knowledge of laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of inventory management, procurement processes, and budget oversight.
• Skill in troubleshooting, maintaining, and coordinating repairs for lab equipment.
• Ability to develop and implement lab procedures, safety protocols, and operational guidelines.
• Ability to apply relevant subject-matter knowledge in a laboratory setting.
• Ability to engage positively with diverse populations and communities and contribute to a safe, inclusive learning and work environment.
• Effective and respectful communication skills.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout employment; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain lab spaces by setting up and taking down equipment, models, and materials for instructional use.
• Manage lab operations and staffing, including scheduling, supervising student employees, and facilitating communication between faculty and staff.
• Maintain lab equipment and facilities through routine maintenance, troubleshooting, repair coordination, and adherence to safety and operational standards.
• Purchase supplies, track usage, manage inventory and budgets, and work with vendors to keep labs adequately stocked.
• Maintain records and enforce institutional policies, safety regulations, infection-control practices, and other lab safety guidelines.
• Develop and revise lab procedures, coordinate lab manuals, and integrate technologies or methods that improve lab-based learning.
• Prepare lab environments for individualized learning activities based on student level, faculty preference, and subject matter.
• Serve as a resource for student- or faculty-directed skills practice and reinforce faculty instruction.
• Maintain weekly open lab hours to support nursing students.
• Train faculty and students on lab technologies, equipment, and skills-lab and simulation policies and procedures.
• Operate high- and low-fidelity skills and simulation mannequins and associated technologies independently.
• Collaborate with the simulation team; test equipment, identify maintenance concerns, and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Maintain current health, infection-control, and safety practices in lab and simulation environments.
• Maintain purchasing processes and supply inventory within budget limits and acceptable par levels, and make capital purchase recommendations.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the School of Nursing.
• Assist students with completing health requirements for clinical placements.
• Support planning and attend campus nursing and health events aligned with the role.
• Support instructors with proctoring standardized and course examinations.
• Provide support for the Rural Health Transformation Grant when needed.

Benefits

• Vacation
• Holidays
• Health insurance options
• Vision insurance options
• Dental insurance options
• Life insurance options
• Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
• Potential $1.00-per-hour increase upon meeting the expected progression plan criteria

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree