Student Health Services Nurse
University System Of New Hampshire
Location
Keene, NH | United States
Job description
Summary
Operating Title
Student Health Services Nurse
Long Classification Title
Registered Nurse
Campus Location
Keene
Department
KSC Wellness Center
Summary of Position
Keene State College's Wellness Center is seeking applications for a Student Health Service Nurse to provide clinical services of triaging sick or injured students to the appropriate clinician, conducting nursing assessments of students during nurse visits within the nursing scope of practice, assisting the clinicians with other tasks associated with clinic visits, and providing wellness education and promotion on campus. This is a 75%-time, benefited position, full-time during the academic year (August to May).
The Wellness Center is a very dynamic, creative, fun, and rewarding work environment. While the centerpiece of our work is providing direct care to students, there is plenty of opportunity to engage with colleagues within the Wellness Center and the broader campus community. We work to promote a wellness orientation throughout the institution and to provide coordinated services to our students. To learn more about the Wellness Center, visit:
Acceptable minimum level of education
Associate's
Acceptable minimum years of experience
3 years
Additional Job Information
Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online:
- Letter of application addressing the above responsibilities
- Resume
- Contact information for references
Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled or otherwise closed at the College's discretion.
Posting Number
PS4285FY24
Other minimum qualifications
- Associates Degree in Nursing.
- 3 years minimum experience in ambulatory care setting.
- RN Licensure in the State of New Hampshire.
- CPR Certification.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
- Strength as an independent practitioner in acute/ambulatory care setting; experience with gender specific health issues; additional years and experience with traditional college age students.
- Bachelor's degree.
- Additionally, the College hasidentified desirable qualifications that support our commitment to creating and maintaining a diverse campus community including the ability to speak a second language orto bring a multicultural perspective to the campus.
Salary Information
Salary is commensurate with experience, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off. This position is part of the Keene State College Staff Association ( KSCSA ).
Quicklink for Posting
Percent Time Information (FTE)
0.75
Grade
19
EEO Statement
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
Institution Information
Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of Southwest New Hampshire and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events,and a strong sense of community. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, please visit: or
Posting Details
Posting Date
11/01/2023
Open Until Filled
Yes
Closing Date
Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only?
No
Interested Internal Candidates Exist?
No
Job Category
Salaried Staff (Exempt)
Appointment Type
Regular
If TERM position provide projected end date
Equipment/Instruments
Drivers License and Physical Requirements. Please check all items that apply.
None applicable
Duties / Responsibilities Job Duties
Duty/Responsibility
Nursing duties including:
• Serve as a triage nurse for student visits and phone calls.
• Conduct physical and mental health assessments using the nursing process
• Screen, assess, and schedule students for provider visits or nurse only visits
• Provide first aid and acute care treatment to injured and ill students using the nursing process and/or clinic protocols
• Perform clinic tasks including phlebotomy, suture/staple removal, ear lavage, wound care, injections, point of care lab testing
• Dispense OTC medications with dosing instructions per clinic protocols
• Manage prescriptions with a valid provider order
• Provide education regarding diagnosis, medications, lab results.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records using the EHR (currently MEDICAT )
• Refer student to community services when appropriate. May need to assist with transportation.
• Assist students with immunization compliance and update EHR .
• Perform any other task assigned by the provider that is deemed within the RN scope of practice. This may include rooming patients, taking vital signs, updating medication, allergy, and medical histories, and obtaining initial laboratory specimens prior to the provider starting the visit
• Stock and clean lab, triage, and procedure areas.
• Assisting with front office/administrative needs when needed
Duty/Responsibility
Provide wellness education and promotion in clinic and on campus. Additionally, this may involve participating in responsibilities which sometimes fall outside the regular clinic operating hours of 8am-4:30pm.
Duty/Responsibility
Participate in various college committees and activities.
Duty/Responsibility
Work collaboratively with the clinic staff, counseling center staff, Director and Chief Medical Officer; and maintain RN Licensure in the State of New Hampshire, including participating in college-health related continuing education.
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Have you ever been employed by any University System of New Hampshire campus?
- If yes, which location(s):
(Open Ended Question)
- * Do you meet the definition of an Internal Candidate? Internal Candidates include: (1) active status employees who have completed the introductory period and (2) adjunct staff members who have been employed within USNH for at least 12 months in total and who have worked at least 1,000 hours during the 12 month period preceding the application for the position. Student employment does not apply toward internal status eligibility.
- * Do you have the required licensure listed in the minimum qualifications in this posting?
- * Indicate your highest level of education.
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Technical School
- Associate
- Bachelor's
- Master's
- Ph.D.
- J.D.
- M.D.
- Other (Please Specify)
- If you chose "Other" regarding level of education, please specify here:
(Open Ended Question)
- * How many years of experience do you have in relation to the minimum qualifications of this posting?
- None
- 1-2
- 3-5
- 6-10
- 10-15
- 15+
- * Do you now or will you in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?
Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Optional Documents - (3) Professional References Contact Info
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