Part-Time University Registered Nurse

PennWest University, United States

Updated: about 17 hours ago
Location: Edinboro, PENNSYLVANIA
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Posting Number S202P
Posting Text
Job Title Part-Time University Registered Nurse
Type of Employment Part Time
Bargaining Unit OPEIU
Full-Time/Part-Time
FLSA
Salary Range
Department Wellness

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Job Summary / Basic Function
The title of this position is University Registered Nurse. This is a part-time position with working hours to accommodate a five-day workweek. The employee in this position ensures the development, implementation and evaluation for comprehensive, individualized nursing care and treatment plans for each student/patient and requires a high degree of independent judgement and organizational skills. This will include planning, directing, and coordinating episodic and observational care when assigned to work independently. This shift assignment is responsible to the RN Supervisor and the Director of Health Services. Cyclical leave will occur with this position during summer months.
OTHER DUTIES:
  • Assess and treat patients following established protocols and evaluate effectiveness of treatment of patients. Refer student/patient to CRNP, Medical Director or Urgent Care/emergency room as appropriate.
  • Treat minor injuries or illnesses symptomatically, in accordance with established guidelines. Educate student/patient and family on disease process and treatment.
  • Administer medication, including the morning after pill and birth control, and record all medications and treatments.
  • Assist in mass inoculations.
  • Participate in the Peer Review Program.
  • Review patient’s charts, encounters, and record audits.
  • Participate in the majority of the staff meetings per semester, review notes from all staff meetings and participate in staff in-service.
  • Promote and maintain a safe, therapeutic, and sanitary environment for students, patients, and staff.
  • Positions and/or lifts non-ambulatory patients to assist them with physical treatment activities.
  • Participate in continuing education to maintain registered nursing licensure and applicable certifications and credentialing file in the appropriate area of nursing expertise.
  • Maintain accountability for high standards by demonstrating a commitment to professional development and by meeting licensing requirements.
  • Ensure timely documentation in EMR.
  • Perform other duties as requested by the RN Supervisor, the Director for Health Services for PennWest, the Medical Director of Health Services, and/or the Assistant VP of Student Affairs for Wellness Services.
  • Participate in pandemic preparedness plans, communicable disease management, testing, vaccination, and treatment as appropriate.
  • Perform other duties as requested by the Director for Health Services for PennwWest, Medical Director of the Health Services or the Assistant VP Student Affairs.


The shift options for this position are below:
  • Saturday 11am – 7 pm; Wednesday – Friday 3pm – 7pm.
  • Monday – Friday 3pm – 7pm
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Minimum of Education / TrainingRequired Education Summary
  • Current PA RN licensure.
  • Current CPR certification.
  • A minimum of one-year professional nursing experience is required.


NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a current license to practice as a registered nurse issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing; or possession of a non-renewable temporary practice permit issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Two years of professional nursing experience.
  • BSN.
Physical Demands
Work Location Edinboro Campus
Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often?
Work Hours 20 part-time hours per week.
Posting Date 02/12/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Diversity Statement
The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is committed to and accountable for cultivating an environment that advances diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). We strive to create a community that affirms the identities of every individual and affords them dignity and respect, regardless of difference.
ADA Statement
EEO Statement
Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to equal employment and equal educational opportunities for all individuals regardless of gender, gender identity, race or color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, religion or creed, genetic information, affectional or sexual orientation, veteran status, or other classifications that are protected under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator/Director of Equity and Title IX, 423 Becht Hall 16214-1232; Email [email protected] or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.