Laboratory Coordinator Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Detail Information Posting Number S02880 Position Title Laboratory Coordinator Internal Position Title Laboratory Coordinator Department Nursing Position Type Staff Job Family Specialist Job Summary The Nursing Laboratory Coordinator plays avital role in the education and support of nursing students. This individual is responsible for preparing, monitoring, and maintaining the nursing labs and materials to provide a well-supplied, safe learning environment. The Nursing Lab Coordinator monitors, researches, negotiates, and initiates the purchase of consumables within departmental budgetary constraints. They assist with capital equipment purchases. The Nursing Lab Coordinator assists both students and faculty by providing the resources needed to support student skill and theory development and serves as a resource person for the students throughout their nursing education. This position will assist with the coordination of the nursing labs at all three campuses. This is a full-time, non-exempt position that reports to the Director of Nursing. Why choose the College of Lake County for your next opportunity? The College of Lake County ( CLC ) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year. Some benefits will not be available for part-time employees (ex: health insurance). CLC is a comprehensive community college located in northeastern Illinois committed to being an innovative educational institution providing life-changing paths for our students by offering exceptional learning experiences. CLC achieved a milestone in 2023 with its designation as a Leader College. This national recognition awarded by the Achieving the Dream Network is the result of improved student outcomes through the CLC’s relentless commitment to transformational change and the implementation of innovative practices within the student success model over the past few years. CLC aspires to be a place where every student succeeds, every employee thrives, so that every business achieves and every community grows. Our mission is to be innovative and value-driven in supporting student success through developing and encouraging employees of all backgrounds on their journey toward achieving personal and professional growth. Required Qualification(s) + A high school diploma or equivalent. + Current certification as a Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ), Certified Nursing Assistant ( CNA ) or Medial Assistant (MA).in Illinois or the equivalent from another state + A minimum of two (2) years of related work experience as a certified nursing assistant. + Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports and communicate with others. + Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and multi-task. + Excellent oral and written communication skills. + Proven ability to work effectively and constructively with persons of diverse cultures, language groups, and abilities/ demonstrate sensitivity to and ability to work with the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff including those with disabilities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. + Must be able to see with corrective eye wear, hear clearly with assistance, may be required to wear protective equipment as necessary and have the ability to handle emergency or crisis situations. May be in contact with students under a variety of circumstances. + Able to sit, walk, stand, bend, lift 0-50 lbs., carry 0-50 lbs., and push 0-300 lbs frequently. Able to occasionally squat, climb, kneel, twist, lift 50+ lbs., and carry 50+ lbs. Desired Qualification(s) + Recent experience working as a Certified Nursing Assistant in a hospital. + Bilingual in Spanish and English. Posting Date 11/05/2024 Closing Date 11/29/2024 Expected Start Date Special Instructions Summary Pay Rate $28.98 - $31.64/hr Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Location Grayslake Total Hours per week 40.00 Work Schedule Monday – Friday, Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Interview Process Requirements None EEO Statement The College of Lake County is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, it seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including minorities, women and people with disabilities. Summary of Essential Functions Student and Customer Service (55%) + Serves as a support staff member and key resource person for nursing faculty and students throughout each semester. + Maintains an organized, clean and effective learning environment in the on-campus nursing lab for faculty and nursing students. + Supports the nursing assistant program, faculty, and students in other areas as requested. + Oversees and assists with training student workers in the nursing department. Project and Process Management (40%) + Assigns, organizes, prepares, and maintains all necessary equipment and supplies for scheduled and unscheduled nursing labs. + Monitors, obtains quotes, negotiates with vendors, and maintains consumable nursing supplies needed for student and lab classroom use at the request of the Director of Nursing Education + Recommends, obtains quotes, and negotiates with vendors for the purchase of capital equipment for the nursing department at the request of the Director of Nursing Education. + Monitors departmental budgetary expenditures for capital and consumable materials for the nursing department. + Develops, maintains, and reviews nursing lab safety guidelines. + Monitors usage of labs and arranges for repair of equipment. + Schedules and coordinates room usage for classes, meetings, and individual student practice time and student observations. + Maintains and updates records of equipment and supply needs for each nursing class. Other (5%) + Participate on committees and task forces and attend events or programs that support student and employee success. + Participate in professional associations, educational and learning activities that enhance position-related competencies, knowledge, and skills. Posting Specific Questions - supplemental questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent? + Yes + No + * Are you currently certified as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medial Assistant (MA) in Illinois or the equivalent from another state? + Yes + No + * Do you have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant healthcare experience including include Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medial Assistant (MA) or Registered Nurse (RN)? + Yes + No + * Must be able to see with corrective eye wear, hear clearly with assistance, may be required to wear protective equipment as necessary and have the ability to handle emergency or crisis situations. May be in contact with students under a variety of circumstances. Are you able to meet these requirements? + Yes + No + * Are you able to sit, walk, stand, bend, lift 0-50 lbs., carry 0-50 lbs., push 0-300 lbs frequently, occasionally squat, climb, kneel, twist, lift 50+ lbs., and carry 50+ lbs? + Yes + No + * Do you have recent experience working as a Certified Nursing Assistant in a hospital? + Yes + No + * Are you bilingual in Spanish and English? + Yes + No Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume + Cover Letter + License/Certification Optional Documents