Triage Registered Nurse

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Work type:Staff
Location:Northridge
Categories:Unit 2 - CSUEU - Health Care Support, Probationary, Health Professionals, Full Time

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: https://www.csun.edu/about-csun .

Major Duties

Under general supervision of an RN III, RNP, or MD, The Triage Nurse coordinates triage operations of the Klotz Student Health Center through the application of specialized skills acquired through experience in triage settings. The incumbent assesses signs and symptoms of illness, takes vital signs and enters them in the EHR, develops a nursing diagnosis and assesses the critical nature of a patient's condition, and triages patients to the appropriate provider, including making an appointment with a Provider for the patient or calling the Urgent Care Provider to examine the patient STAT.

• Assists providers with examinations, coordination, counseling, and treatments as authorized, including through verbal orders and MD/NP protocols.
• Implements the delivery of a nursing plan of care for patients, that includes follow-up treatments as requested and interprets or explains treatments to students.
• Provides immunizations as per protocol and standing orders and assists physicians, RNP's and RN III as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from high school plus completion of a professional nursing program in an approved school of nursing or by additional preparation as approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
• Equivalent to one year of full-time professional nursing experience which has provided evidence of the ability to work independently in specialized nursing activities.
• Possess and maintain a valid license as a Registered Nurse in the state of California.
• Possess and maintain Certification in CPR/AED.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BSN degree and current certification in Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. 
• IV skills and three -five years experience in Ambulatory and/or Acute care.
• College health experience, preferred.
• Certification in Ambulatory Care Nursing, preferred.
• Public Health certification, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of professional nursing principles, methods and procedures; anatomy and physiology applicable to assigned duties; medical supplies and equipment used in nursing practice; and the uses and effects of medications and narcotics. Working knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to registered nursing and the scope of practice limitations of clinic support staff.
• Specialized knowledge of triage and assessment, patient counseling, and staffing specialized nursing clinics. Knowledge of clinic operations and the development and implementation of Nursing procedures and protocols.
• Ability and specialized skills to effectively apply nursing knowledge and demonstrate proper techniques and skills in performing nursing duties; accurately observe and record symptoms, behaviors, and reactions to treatments in order to make a nursing diagnosis; respond with therapy to treatment reactions. Intravenous (IV) skills, required.
• Use applicable health center automated systems to perform duties and maintain records and prepare reports; gain the cooperation of patients; analyze emergency situations and take prompt action; maintain patient confidentiality and privacy in compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Maintain effective working relationships with practitioners and other health center support staff; and be sensitive to and communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds; effectively apply specialized triage nursing skills.
• Use and/or learn to use specialized equipment within the Health Center which includes an EKG machine; insert, monitor, and remove IVs; provide injections, including vaccine administration and PPD testing, Spot Monitor BP, Pulse Oximeter, Nebulizer and Spirometer.
• Knowledge and skills in Immunotherapy/Allergy medication administration.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver and more.
• Classification / grade: 8154 / Registered Nurse II / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $4587 - $6800, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $4587 - $8850per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday; may include evenings and weekends.
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. 

General Information

• Applications received through April 30, 2024 will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until position is filled.
• This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The selected candidate must pass a fingerprint clearance (LiveScan). 
• The Student Health Center is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. and as such, will recommend certain vaccinations or screenings free of charge for the successful candidate.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so.  Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. To learn more visit our Matadors Forward site: https://www.csun.edu/matadors-forward/faculty-and-staff-fall-guidelines

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, covered military and veteran status, and disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.

Advertised:Mar 12, 2024 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:Open until filled