Nurse Casual (Part Time) – University Health Services – Division of Student Affairs

About the role

Carnegie Mellon University invites applications for the position of nurse with University Health Services within the Community Health and Well-Being Unit of the Division of Student Affairs. This is a casual, part-time position with a start date as soon as possible. Normal weekly hours will not exceed 17 hours per week. This position is non-benefits eligible.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physicians and advanced practice clinicians in the provision of care.
• Deliver in-person and telehealth screening and treatment of students per nursing standing orders including: Triage of healthcare needs, minor illnesses/injuries, STI testing, administering medications and immunizations, performing phlebotomies, CLIA- waived testing, and IV infusions.
• Educate students regarding health promotion and illness treatment.
• Serve as an advocate for patient care and a liaison between students, parents, families, and clinicians.
• Maintain complete and accurate electronic medical documentation of medical care.
• Follow confidentiality requirements as set by HIPAA, FERPA, federal, state, and local regulations.
• Schedule patient/student appointments through an electronic medical record.
• Opportunities to innovate processes to expand and improve clinical care at UHS.
• Opportunities to participate in quality improvement efforts and AAAHC accreditation.
• Share responsibility with UHS staff for evening and weekend hours.
• Participate in department, divisional, and other University committees as assigned.
• Attend and participate in regular UHS staff meetings, case conferences, and in-service/professional development training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Nursing from an accredited university required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5-8 years of experience in Nursing and/or Medical-Surgical Care required.
• Certified in the State of Pennsylvania to practice nursing.
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in treating young adult populations, emergency room or urgent healthcare, college health, reproductive health, or LGBTQIA+ health.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
• Child Protection Clearances (Act 153).