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Title: STUDENT: Nursing Lab Assistant (Summer)
VP Area: VP for Academic Affairs
Department: School of Nursing
Position Compensation: $11.80 per hour
Location: University Campus - St. Paul, Minnesota

Who We Are:
Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.

Position Summary:
Assist in the operations of the nursing lab.

This is a summer position, with the opportunity for the position to continue into the 2026-2027 academic year.

Key Responsibilities:
• Open, close, secure, and prepare labs for student practice during evening and weekend hours
• Maintain lab cleanliness and readiness, including end-of-day cleanup and scheduled cleaning
• Support students during open lab hours as a resource for practice needs
• Set up and tear down labs for simulations, assessments, test-outs, remediation, and instructional activities
• Clean, sanitize, dispose of, or re-shelve lab equipment, linens, gowns, mannequins, and supplies
• Organize, pull, restock, inventory, and recommend replacement of lab supplies as needed
• Communicate with and assist faculty, staff, and students as needed
• Maintain and update required documentation
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned

Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students and listeners, all employees serve as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students as they grow intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to maturity in their faith.

Qualifications:
Required
• Current nursing student at Term 2 or above
• Able to interact with a variety of individuals in a professional, tactful and courteous manner
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community

Nice to Have
• Knowledge of hospital/nursing lab equipment

Key Skills:
• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Punctuality & Initiative: Prompt, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting responsibilities.
• Background Check: Must pass background check as a condition of employment.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Work Environment:
The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.