Health Center Evening Nurse, Upper Division

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and on-site care for Upper Division students
• Triage, respond to and treat acute illnesses, injuries, and emotional concerns
• Initiate and provide emergency care as appropriate
• Collaborate with others to build student and family capacity for adaptation, self-management, self-advocacy, and learning
• Coordinate care between student, MD, parents, counselors, and administration
• Arrange and sometimes accompany students to office or ER visits
• Manage and administer medication, and document in student electronic health records
• Maintain student health records including immunizations, vital health information, and allergies
• Approve and review health forms in preparation for student arrival
• Manage health insurance enrollment for the international student body
• Collaborate with insurance brokers regarding medical billing and health insurance matters
• Establish and coordinate care plans for students who need higher levels of care
• Perform routine and random drug testing on students as assigned by the Dean’s office
• Promote student health and wellness by participating in educational programs
• Partner effectively with counselors, athletics, faculty and staff to support student health

Requirements

• State of California RN or LVN license; must be current as of start date
• Three to five years of full-time experience in a clinical setting; school based or adolescent practice experience is highly desirable
• Strong assessment skills and ability to apply good clinical judgment
• Analyze emergency situations accurately and take prompt action
• Work collaboratively as part of a team
• Demonstrated track record of working well with adolescents
• Caring and positive attitude and working style
• Willingness to help others and proactively offer support
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a fast paced environment
• Highest standard of professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Knowledge of Google Workplace and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Commitment to providing culturally sensitive care and support to students coming from all different backgrounds

Qualifications

• Experience in a clinical setting, particularly school-based or adolescent practice is highly desirable
• Strong assessment and clinical judgment skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to registered nursing
• Proficiency in Google Workplace and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Commitment to providing culturally sensitive care and support to students from diverse backgrounds

Benefits

• Retirement plan contributions
• A menu of Anthem medical plans with generous premium coverage provided by the School
• Vision and dental group plans
• Support of ongoing professional development
• Housing and fuel stipends for eligible employees
• Meals provided throughout the day when school is in session