Registered Nurse, UNLV Student Wellness, Student Health Center R0149985

Position: Registered Nurse, UNLV Student Wellness, Student Health Center [R0149985]
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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Registered Nurse, UNLV Student Wellness, Student Health Center [R0149985]

ROLE of the POSITION

* Implements the nursing process (e.g., conducts physiological, psychological, sociological, and spiritual assessments to plan, intervene, and evaluate patient care, including follow-up and patient education).

* Provides high-quality, all-inclusive in-person and telehealth nursing care per state, national, college health, and accreditation standards while recognizing and advocating for patient-centered care and cultural sensitivity.

* Provides preventive and screening services information, health education, and assistance with informed decision-making about overall health and vaccination against preventable disease.

* Triages patients when needed to determine appropriate level of care and maximize efficiency and patient flow.

* Provides first aid to ill or injured campus visitors in accordance with established policies and accreditation standards.

* Monitors changes in patients' physical and mental status and initiates timely and appropriate interventions.

* Prepares and administers medications prescribed by healthcare providers.

* Properly prepares and administers vaccines.

* Assists providers with patient examinations, clinical procedures, and treatments.

* Recognizes and responds to emergencies within the Student Wellness Center (SWC).

* Conducts laboratory specimen collection. May discuss results under the guidance of a medical provider.

* Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and procedures, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.

* Administers a variety of pre-examination or diagnostic tests (e.g., visual acuity, peak flow, EKG, spirometry).

* Follows up on weekly infection surveillance and recalls to monitor and track students post procedure and with other high-risk health conditions.

* Monitors and prepares pharmacy and patient medication refill requests.

* Conducts follow-up calls on all emergency room referrals, ensuring patients receive appropriate post-ER care, education, and resources.

* Obtains prior authorizations to ensure continuity of medication management.

* Assists in planning and conducting vaccination outreach clinics.

* Documents all patient interactions and care provided in the patient's electronic health record (EHR), utilizing correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

* Maintains the privacy and confidentiality of all patient information as outlined in state and federal laws.

* Ensures day-to-day operations are monitored, including patient flow and wait times, and makes necessary adjustments when needed to minimize wait time and patient inconvenience and maximize academic participation.

* Proactively prioritizes needs and effectively manages resources.

* Makes decisions based upon job knowledge and experience, considers all impacted areas in the decision-making process, and seeks advice where applicable.

* Participates in various educational outreach events, including new student and faculty orientation sessions and health expos.

* Actively assists and contributes to accreditation activities and site surveys.

* Participates in Quality Improvement (QI) activities.

* Actively participates in Infection Control and Prevention & Safety (ICP) assessments and activities, including safety drills.

* Serves as a clinical resource for the staff.

* Assists the Senior RN and Director of Clinical Operations as needed in the operations of the clinic, models professional behavior, and fosters a positive and collaborative team environment.

* Maintains a clean, organized, and well-stocked patient care area that supports all caregiving activities.

* Upholds organizational goals, values, and expectations through all aspects of work.

* Serves as the Vaccine Coordinator, which includes but is not limited to vaccine ordering, inventory management, reconciliation, proper storage and handling, temperature monitoring, managing emergency plan for transfer of vaccines during a power outage, and providing ongoing staff training and education.

* Participates in instrument sterilization processes, including but not limited to cleaning and…