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Nursing Clinical Lab Instructor

North East, MD ยท On-site

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Employees of Cecil College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents ... of equipment and lab space. * Attend all scheduled and special nursing faculty meetings and ...

Nursing Clinical Lab Instructor

North East, MD ยท On-site

$38.75 - $53/hr

Employees of Cecil College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents ... of equipment and lab space. * Attend all scheduled and special nursing faculty meetings and ...

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How much do nursing lab instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for nursing lab instructor in the United States is $27.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $30.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Nursing Lab Instructor, you need a comprehensive background in nursing practice, a current RN license, and experience in both clinical and educational settings. Familiarity with simulation technology, lab equipment, and instructional software is commonly required. Strong communication, mentorship abilities, and organizational skills are valuable soft skills for this role. These competencies are essential for effectively teaching future nurses, ensuring student engagement, and maintaining a realistic and safe learning environment.

What does a typical workday look like for a Nursing Lab Instructor?

A typical workday for a Nursing Lab Instructor involves preparing lab materials, setting up clinical simulation scenarios, guiding students through hands-on procedures, and providing feedback on their technique and clinical reasoning. Instructors frequently collaborate with faculty and staff to coordinate lesson plans and ensure lab safety standards are met. Some days also include grading assignments, mentoring students during open lab hours, and keeping lab equipment in working order. This mix of teaching, preparation, and collaboration ensures a dynamic and engaging work environment.

What is a Nursing Lab Instructor job?

A Nursing Lab Instructor is responsible for teaching and supervising nursing students in a clinical lab setting. They provide hands-on training, demonstrate nursing procedures, and assess students' skills in simulated environments. Their role ensures that students develop the necessary competencies before working with real patients. Nursing Lab Instructors often collaborate with faculty to design lab activities that align with course objectives.

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Infographic showing various Nursing Lab Instructor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,276 per year, or $27.1 per hour.

$68K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

The University of Rio Grande / Rio Grande Community College announces an opening for a Nursing Lab Assistant. This full-time, 12-month administrative position collaborates with the RN Nursing faculty to provide learning experiences that facilitate students' development of psychomotor and clinical reasoning skills. This position provides initial instruction, reinforces and guides student performance with previously learned nursing skills, and evaluates student's learning and performance. The position serves as an additional resource to the Simulation Specialist with regards to developing and running clinical simulations.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
  • Coordinates day to day activities and services of the nursing skills lab area including scheduling, lab set up, management of lab equipment and supplies.
  • Coordinates laboratory operations by developing, ordering, maintaining and setting up materials, equipment and instructional aides;
  • Supervises students and/or coordinates the work of other personnel related to nursing skills.
  • Assists instructors and/or students in the nursing skills lab.
  • Evaluates student skill performance in the nursing skills lab.
  • Ensures that the lab/classroom is clean, safe, and organized; promotes safe lab practices.
  • Repairs or coordinates the repair of lab equipment as required.
  • Develops the lab supplies budget line for the nursing programs each year
  • Researches, evaluates, and recommends new lab materials and equipment.
  • Collaborates with the Simulation Specialist to provide learning opportunities in simulation to promote the development of critical thinking, clinical judgement and clinical reasoning skills in nursing.
  • Acts as a liaison between nursing skills lab personnel and the Nursing Program Director.
  • Complies with the ACEN accreditation requirements.
  • Serves on School of Nursing ACEN committees with Nursing Faculty members.
  • Attends Nursing Faculty of the Whole Meetings
  • Establishes and updates laboratory policies and procedures.
  • Prepares and maintains a variety of records and reports.
  • Assists the Simulation Specialists with simulations which can include set up, running the simulation, pre-brief and debriefing students.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
  • Nursing skills, equipment, and technology used in the nursing area.
  • Nursing Lab facilities and services
  • Nursing Lab equipment and supplies.
  • Safety standards and practices used in lab/classroom settings.
  • Processes for maintaining and/or repairing lab equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Exposure to hazards related to working in medical waste/sharps environment.
  • Occasional lifting of objects up to 30 pounds.
  • Potential for exposure to contaminated blood and/or body fluid.
  • Subject to walking, sitting, standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, and stooping.
  • Work is performed in a standard office and lab environment

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
  • BSN required, MSN preferred (or willing to obtain)
  • Two (2) years experience in acute care nursing
  • Valid State of Ohio Registered Nurse license

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Qualified applicants must send a cover letter, detailing their interest and qualifications, current CV/resume, transcripts (unofficial accepted for application purposes), and at least three professional references addressed to: Alycia Combs, Program Director of the Holzer School of Nursing, through the university's applicant tracking system.
Review of applications will begin immediately. Position is open until filled. Background check and official transcripts required prior to hire. To learn more about Rio, please visit www.rio.edu.
The University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College is America's unique private/public institution of higher education designed to provide learners the opportunity to attain a high-quality, high-value education. Our personalized, learner-centered environment promotes successful lives, careers, and responsible citizenship. The campus of the university and community college is nestled in the rolling hills of southeastern Ohio, and is adjacent to the original Bob Evans Farms and Homestead in Rio Grande. Rio is an Equal Opportunity Employer