What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse, PUSH position at Purdue University?
About Our Opportunity:
The Staff Registered Nurse for Purdue University Student Health Service (PUSH) will greet patients upon arrival at provider’s office, prepare them for consultation, assess status, and respond to emergency situations. This role will assist the provider with procedures, administer medications, collect/handle specimens, and apply durable medical equipment. This role utilizes patient teaching, referrals, and follow-up as appropriate. The RN will document accurately all procedures, diagnoses, and interventions in electronic health record (EHR) while maintaining patient confidentiality at all times. Lastly, this role will participate in PUSH staff meetings, psychiatry team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
What sets us apart?
- This is a 9-month, academic year position with working months while students are in session.
- Our benefits start your first day of employment https://bit.ly/3DJE9os
- No after hours on call and standard business hours with flex options.
- Career Development: We have career paths and many opportunities for you to develop to your next Giant Leap.
- We serve a large international and diverse campus and student body.
What We're Looking For:
Required:
- Associates degree from an accredited nursing school.
- Active and unencumbered Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- BLS certification.
- One year of nursing experience.
- Experience with EHR systems.
- Must have knowledge of disease processes and normal growth and development of all age groups.
- Must operate with cultural sensitivity and interact professionally with diverse racial, ethnic, economic and social backgrounds.
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
- Ability to assess patient status and respond to emergencies appropriately.
- Thorough knowledge of scientific principles of nursing theory and practice.
- Strong communication skills, including patient teaching.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize to complete duties in a timely manner.
- Must have computer and data entry skills.
Preferred:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
- Three years of nursing experience.
Additional Information:
- All new hires will be expected to follow Protect Purdue guidelines. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/3DH3z6f
- To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary https://bit.ly/3t7vcRd
- Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
- A background check will be required for employment in this position
- FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
- Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
Salary : $57,400 - $72,700
