Nursing Skills Lab Coordinator - MCHS

Trinity Health•MMCIA - MercyOne Mercy College of Health Science Central IA, IA

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About The Position

The Nursing Skills Lab Coordinator oversees daily operations of the nursing skills lab, collaborating with the Manager of Clinical Coordination, Simulation Coordinator, and course faculty to provide a high-quality, well-organized experiential learning environment that supports student skill development and academic success. The role assists faculty with lab instruction and prepares materials and equipment, supervises student activities and practice outside scheduled classes, and coordinates the Open Lab schedule. The coordinator maintains an organized, safe, and functional laboratory, including managing inventory and supplies, addressing equipment issues, and ensuring compliance with laboratory safety and sanitation standards. The role also serves as a resource for faculty and students, supports demonstrations for prospective students, and assists with remediation sessions and the development of tools to improve lab and program effectiveness. The position requires adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies, and professional conduct aligned with Mercy College and MercyOne’s mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Nursing.
Three years of clinical experience.
Active Iowa RN license.
Experience teaching psychomotor skills in a lab or clinical setting.
Knowledge of established safety standards related to chemical and blood-borne pathogen exposure, infection control, sterilization and decontamination procedures, and proper hazardous-waste management.
Comfort operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate the Mercy College and MercyOne Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
Assist faculty with scheduled lab teaching and prepare required materials, including setting up and breaking down workstations with appropriate equipment.
Supervise student lab activities outside scheduled class times, including scheduling, teaching, evaluating skill demonstrations, overseeing supervised practice and simulation drills, and providing skills remediation.
Establish, post, and maintain the Open Lab schedule each semester, ensuring adequate coverage and student access.
Maintain an organized, safe, and functional laboratory by managing inventory, acquiring equipment and supplies within budget, and reporting equipment issues.
Ensure compliance with laboratory standards and safety guidelines, including cleaning, sanitizing, replenishing supplies, managing linens and PPE, and overseeing disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
Educate students on applicable safety and disposal procedures.
Serve as a resource for faculty and students on nursing lab operations, equipment use, and skill-related inquiries.
Collaborate with DLT and the enrollment team to coordinate demonstrations and support activities for prospective students.
Assist with scheduled student skills remediation sessions and support the development of metrics, assessments, and other tools to enhance lab and program effectiveness.
Maintain working knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies and procedures, and ensure adherence through honest, ethical, and professional behavior.
Perform other duties as needed and assigned by the leader.