Professional Assistant (PA) for Nursing

SCCC REFERENCE

#: 26-21

DATE:

March 11, 2026

TITLE:

Professional Assistant (PA) for

Nursing CAMPUS:

Ammerman Campus in Selden

START DATE

Fall 2026 TYPE

OF APPOINTMENT

Full Time RANK:

Faculty

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Suffolk County Community College is the largest community college in the State University of New York (SUNY) system, enrolling more than 26,000 students at its three campuses in Selden, Brentwood, and Riverhead, as well as its Culinary Arts Center in Riverhead. Established in 1959, the college offers a wide array of transfer-oriented associate degrees in the liberal arts and sciences; business; communications and the arts; computing and cybersecurity; health sciences; and many other areas. Career-facing degrees and certificates are offered in allied health professions, automotive technology, culinary and baking, manufacturing, and many other areas. The college provides high school concurrent enrollment opportunities to thousands of students each year through both Suffolk's Beacon program and through on-campus early college classes. Designated by the U.S. Department of Education as a Hispanic Serving Institution, Suffolk enrolls thousands of students in English Language Learning courses, and also serves more service veterans and military-connected students than any other college in the SUNY system. SUNY Suffolk is searching for a full-time (12-month), tenure-track Professional Assistant (PA) for Nursing beginning Fall 2026, at the Ammerman campus in Selden, NY. This is a Unit III position covered under the Faculty Association of Suffolk County Community College collective bargaining agreement with the college.

Job Responsibilities:

Set up and maintain equipment and supplies for laboratory and clinical simulation sessions of courses in the nursing curriculum. Maintaining a clean, organized, accessible and well-supplied storage room(s). Assist and support in clinical onboarding and orientation of Nursing students and faculty under the direction of the academic chair of the nursing department. Responsibilities include routine equipment maintenance, inventory management, order supplies, manage hazardous waste disposal, coordinate laundering of lines, coordinate and supervise, support and assist open-lab practice sessions and provide technical assistance and support to faculty. Active participation in departmental, campus, and college committees is required. Other duties as assigned by the Academic Chair. The ideal candidate will demonstrate: Ability to reinforce foundational nursing skills (vital signs, medication administration, blood administration, sterile technique, wound care, IV therapy, tracheostomy care) through coaching and hands-on guidance. Skill in guiding and supporting students during open lab practice sessions with constructive feedback and remediation. Proficiency in setting up, operating, and troubleshooting nursing lab/simulation equipment (mannequins, task trainers, instructional technology). Strong organization and attention to detail to maintain a clean, safe, well‑stocked lab environment aligned with protocols and standards. A consistent safety mindset ing infection control and OSHA practices in daily lab operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing. Must possess a current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license. Minimum of one (1) year of clinical RN experience in an acute care hospital (inpatient) setting. Experience in a nursing role providing support, guidance, or supervision to newly hired nurses, nursing students, and/or unlicensed assistive personnel. Proficiency with basic office technology, including Microsoft Word and Excel, to support documentation, inventory management, scheduling, and the maintenance of lab and clinical records. Knowledge of infection control principles, OSHA standards, and the safe handling of medical equipment and supplies.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in a nursing skills lab or simulation lab in a college setting. Familiarity with nursing lab and simulation equipment, including mannequins, task trainers, and related instructional technology. Experience supporting open lab student practice sessions. Experience with inventory management systems and the handling, tracking, and organization of lab supplies and equipment.

HIRING SALARY

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, generous vacation days, deferred compensation plans and a defined benefit (pension) plan.

NON-DISCRIMINATION NOTICE

Suffolk County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, equal pay compensation-sex, national origin, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or disability in its admissions, programs and activities, or employment. This applies to all employees, students, applicants or other members of the College community (including, but not limited to, vendors and visitors). Grievance procedures are available to interested persons by contacting either of the Civil Rights Compliance Officers/Coordinators listed below. Retaliation against a person who files a complaint, serves as a witness, or assists or participates in the investigation of a complaint in any manner is strictly prohibited.