Job Details

Registered Nurse

Position Number: 6249733
Location: San Diego, CA
Position Type: Health and Medical Services

Registered Nurse

Position Title & Department: Registered Nurse; Student Affairs - Student Health Center

Posting #: 5250

Department Description:
The Division of Student Affairs is committed to grounding our policies, programs, and procedures in antiracist practice. With this commitment, we recognize the importance of educating ourselves and holding one another accountable to ensure our work is approached through an equity, inclusion, and social justice lens. We recognize our need for ongoing development in this area, and continue to strive to improve. We expect all members of the Division of Student Affairs are willing to engage in this work alongside us to uphold our Catholic mission in creating a welcoming environment where the dignity of all students, staff, administrators, and faculty at USD is embraced.

The mission of the Student Health Center is to provide primary healthcare and to promote the health and wellbeing of students of the University of San Diego to facilitate maximum academic and personal growth.

University Description:
The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity's urgent challenges.

Detailed Description:
The Division of Student Affairs is committed to grounding our policies, programs, and procedures in antiracist practice. With this commitment, we recognize the importance of educating ourselves and holding one another accountable to ensure our work is approached through an equity, inclusion, and social justice lens. We recognize our need for ongoing development in this area, and continue to strive to improve. We expect all members of the Division of Student Affairs are willing to engage in this work alongside us to uphold our Catholic mission in creating a welcoming environment where the dignity of all students, staff, administrators, and faculty at USD is embraced.

The university seeks an individual with a strong interest in working at a mission driven, faith-based institution. The role of an RN in working with students and the responsibilities of the position are significantly tethered in the university's contemporary Roman Catholic mission. The RN should be able to do the following: perform a variety of medical procedures at a skilled professional level; provide professional nursing functions and support service to the physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, other RN's and Medical Assistants by screening patients, and assisting with exams and procedures; perform related tasks as required. Periodically, this position may be asked to lead or contribute to either ad hoc or ongoing division/campus projects outside the scope of their day-to-day activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform all routine medical procedures per delineation of privileges and nursing protocols.
Perform all necessary opening and closing procedures.
Serve as triage nurse, evaluate the needs of students presenting in person or by telephone.
Respond to phone calls from students who have medical questions. Follow up on those students who are seriously ill.
Serve as appointment nurse, evaluating and treating students independently and in collaboration with providers per protocols.
Instruct and prepare patients for examination and diagnostic procedures.
Assist in examination and special procedures to include, but not limited to: Injections, diagnostic procedures, minor surgery (i.e. removal of stitches), and other special tasks per Delineation of Privileges.
Assist and/or implement the referral process, provide patient education, advise patient on self-care, needed follow up and suggested behaviors.
Perform a variety of license specific nursing procedures at a skilled professional level, to include (but not limited to) wound care, dressing changes, pulmonary treatments, peak flow monitoring, venipuncture, urinalysis, suture removal, IV starts, and ear lavage.
Monitor laboratory results and special studies to include advising patients of test results after the appropriate medical practitioner approval and advisement or as directed by standing orders.
Maintain the stock, cleanliness and utility of exam rooms, laboratory, dispensary, and work areas. Must assure the sterility and safe handling of supplies and equipment. Is responsible for the maintenance of properly functioning equipment.
Ability to handle emergent and/or potentially critical situations with speed, accuracy and diplomacy.
Know correct procedure for all documentation, paper work including, but not limited to; lab work and log sheets, immunization program, drug screening, and special lab tests.
Must assure patient privacy at all times and maintain patient confidentiality. Fully knowledgeable of Federal HIPAA and FERPA requirements.
Must assure the protection of self, patients, and co-workers from undue exposure to infectious diseases, contaminated waste and hazardous materials.
Blood borne pathogen trained.
Assist SHC Director and Assistant Director with implementation of immunization program for University of San Diego. Interface with Registrar and Housing in program enforcement. Support ancillary personnel in maintenance and coordination of immunization records.
Dispense pre-packaged, labeled, properly identified medications to patient on a patient specific order. Dispense non-prescription meds in accordance with professional guidelines.
Familiarized with duties of front office to provide back-up support for Executive Assistant(s) as needed (i.e. telephone protocol, appointments, computer access etc). to ensure efficient operation of the Health Center.
Participate in weekly QA and educational meetings to be held at the SHC.
Participate in health-related campus-wide activities such as immunization clinics, health screenings for collegiate athletes, health education seminars for campus life.
May function as a committee member of interdisciplinary teams with representatives from Athletics, Counseling, Center for Health and Wellness Promotion, and other entities providing for the well-being of students. Attend committee meetings and act as liaison between SHC and wellness committees.
Assist with the daily operations of the Student Health Center's clinical nursing services with guidance from the Nursing Coordinator or SHC Director.
Assist with clinical operations of the laboratory, pharmacy (dispensary), immunization program, medical equipment, medical supplies, ancillary items, and inventory in conjunction with the Nursing Coordinator or SHC Director.
Other administrative or clinical duties as assigned and deemed appropriate by the Nursing Coordinator or SHC Director.

Special Conditions of Employment:

Upon hire and throughout employment, must meet the criteria for credentialing and privileging as required by the Student Health Center.

Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.

Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:

Graduate of an approved School of Nursing required.
One year of professional nursing experience which demonstrates evidence of ability to work independently.
Current active California RN licensure required.
Possession of a current valid CPR certificate is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

BSN preferred.

Performance Expectations - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Must have a broad knowledge base of professional nursing practice, policies and procedures.
Current working knowledge of drug and treatment protocols common to ambulatory care.
Ability to perform triage quickly and effectively.
Must be able to make clinical decisions independently and quickly.
Performs all duties in an accurate, thorough, and efficient manner.
Performs other duties as required.
Is able to organize workflow to meet the needs of the patient flow.
Is able to adjust the workflow to meet the most critical needs first.
Understands and follows policies as outlined in the office manual.
Understands and displays good general medical knowledge.

Interpersonal Relationships:

Has good interpersonal skills and is able to communicate effectively at all times.
Works well with family members, patients and other non-medical personnel.
Adheres to the highest medico-legal standards of nursing practice.
Works as a team member, demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills with SHC team.
Upholds the mission of University of San Diego at all times.

Work Habits:

Shall maintain a clean, neat, and professional appearance at all times.
Consistently meets assigned work schedule.
Observes appropriate conduct standards.

Initiative:

Is motivated and shows ambition in performing job duties.
Recognizes and completes needed projects.
Uses information systems to solve problems and answer questions.

Judgement:

Shows emotional stability.
Deals with difficult situations in a calm and effective manner.
Knows when to bring a medical problem to the attention of the Medical Director.

Tools and Equipment Used:

Medical equipment, such as used for venipuncture, electrocardiography, pulmonary treatments, and others as needed.

Posting Salary:
$34.68 - $42.64 per hour; Excellent Benefits

The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Special Application Instructions:
Resume and Cover Letter Required
Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application. In addition, please upload a cover letter and resume to your application profile for the hiring managers' review. If you have any questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at jobs@sandiego.edu.

Additional Details:
37.5 Hours per week

Closing date: Open until filled

Note: External job postings will be up for at least three days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.

The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.

Advertised: May 22, 2025
Applications close: Open until filled

To apply, visit https://jobs.sandiego.edu/cw/en-us/job/497024/registered-nurse