Lakewood
Job Description This staff nurse position provides health care and education to university students in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice. The Health Center hours are 8:30am – 4:30 pm Monday- Friday. Summer hours vary in accordance with the University’s schedule. Reports to the Director of Health and Counseling. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provide primary care for students for illnesses, injuries, and health concerns., • Administer medications/vaccinations/treatments as outlined in Physician’s Standing Orders., • Counsel students on health promotion and disease prevention strategies., • Promote health maintenance and wellness through screenings and health awareness activities., • Participate in outreach events, as indicated, including New Student Orientation and Open House events., • Review immunization documentation requirements as established by the university in compliance with applicable laws., • Maintain current stock of medications and medical supplies., • Process medical records of incoming students., • Maintain appropriate patient and Health Services records., • Maintain current knowledge of campus and community resources for referral of students., • Ensure maintenance of confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and relevant NJ laws., • Assist in completion of annual report, assessment report, and yearly immunization compliance report, as assigned by Director., • Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director., • Integrate the core values of respect, compassion, integrity, justice, and service in all aspects of interaction., • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current New Jersey RN license required., • BLS for Healthcare Providers certification required., • Experience in several phases of nursing (such as medical/surgical, public health, emergency room, school health, and clinic practice.), • Candidate should be self-motivated, organized, independent worker, skilled in communication and able to provide competent medical assistance in emergency situations. MUST BE US WORK AUTHORIZED