Registered Nurse II

California State University, Long Beach•Long Beach, CA

8d•$6,381 - $9,296•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse II works in Student Health Services under the general supervision of the SHS Director of Operations and according to established protocol or the direction of a physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner. The role performs skilled and professional nursing duties and provides triage services to students in a Student Health Center, as well as related work as required. Services should be equitable, inclusive, culturally sensitive, student-centered, and equity-minded in all communication and service efforts.

Requirements

At least one year of professional nursing experience or equivalent.
Valid Registered Nurse license in the State of California.
Valid CPR/AED certification, which must be maintained.
Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically with colleagues, staff, and a culturally and ethnically diverse campus community.
Ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a team, coordinate with others, and maintain cooperative working relationships and a positive, respectful attitude.
Ability to report to work consistently and on time, prepared to perform job duties.
Ability to follow university policies, procedures, and guidelines, including those related to safety, civility, information security, and nondiscrimination.
Ability to transfer patients, push or pull a patient-occupied wheelchair, and walk, stand, squat, or kneel while providing patient care.
Ability to lift 20–40 pounds and push or pull objects within the stated weight limits.

Nice To Haves

Three years of professional nursing experience.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Experience in nursing leadership.
Staff training experience.
Familiarity with Infection Control APIC Guidelines.

Responsibilities

Triage patients using thorough assessment skills and collaborate with clinical staff regarding patient care.
Assess emergencies and urgent problems and expedite treatment as necessary.
Perform skilled nursing duties requiring specialized training, judgment, and skill.
Provide routine and acute patient care, including medication abortion, and assist physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.
May perform duties also performed by a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Medical Assistant.
Conduct Snellen Eye Chart testing, electrocardiograms, ear lavage, throat and nasal cultures, audiometric testing, irrigations, and similar treatments.
Provide oxygen therapy and other treatments, including nebulizer administration, Peak Expiratory Flow Rate measurement, and spirometry.
Provide equitable, inclusive, culturally sensitive, student-centered, and equity-minded services and communication.

Benefits

Up to 24 vacation days per year, depending on employee group and/or length of service.
14 paid holidays.
12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit retirement plan and voluntary 403(b), 401(k), and 457 savings options.
Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
Employee Assistance Program counseling and support for employees and their families.
Wellness programs.
Professional development opportunities.
Insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.