Campus Nurse

Barton College•Wilson, NC

About The Position

The Campus Nurse provides direct patient care and patient education in the Lee Student Health Center for the Barton College community. Care is delivered according to medical directives established by the contracted Medical Director, established protocols, and the nursing scope of practice set by the NC Board of Nursing. The nurse supports the mission and strategic plan of the Center and Barton College, works within the Division of Admissions and Student Engagement, and collaborates with other health center staff. This is a part-time position working less than 20 hours per week. Some weekend or evening work may be required. The Dean of Students/Executive Director of Student Health Services sets the work schedule, with VP approval as needed. The role reports directly to the Dean of Students/Executive Director of Student Health Services.

Requirements

Hold a current, good-standing Registered Nurse license in North Carolina.
Be able to work independently.
Hold current CPR certification and maintain it throughout employment; the special class designation specifies Adult CPR certification.
Be proficient with computers and have experience with EPIC and Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Comply with OSHA Blood Borne Pathogens Standard Classification 1 requirements; protective equipment is required.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of three years of experience in student health, physician’s office or clinic care, or emergency care is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care in the Lee Student Health Center according to established medical directives and nursing protocols.
Assist the Dean of Students/Executive Director of Student Health Services and health center staff in providing patient care to the Barton community.
Conduct physical assessments and treat minor injuries and illnesses.
Respond to the nurse hotline and direct callers according to established protocols.
Administer over-the-counter medications and treatments as authorized by medical directives and within the nursing scope of practice.
Triage health needs and refer patients to appropriate on- and off-campus resources.
Collect ordered laboratory specimens, including blood, urine, and swabs, and coordinate their transport to a lab facility.
Assist physicians, physician assistants, and family nurse practitioners during clinic hours.
Provide students with health guidance and education to support optimal health and wellness.
Maintain active and inactive student files and accurately document nursing care.
Maintain health center inventory and assist with ordering clinic supplies.
Follow up with patients by phone, email, or clinic visit, and refer them to outside providers when warranted.
Maintain accurate student records, including immunization documents, clinic notes, and medical history forms.
Maintain appointment logs and current and previous student files.
Counsel students on insurance utilization.
Comply with confidentiality requirements under licensing rules, HIPAA, FERPA, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Perform other duties assigned by the Dean of Students/Executive Director of Student Health Services and/or the Vice-President for Admissions and Student Engagement.