RN (Per-Diem), Health Services and Summer Programs

Babson College • Wellesley, MA

6d • $50 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Per Diem Registered Nurse works closely with the clinical and administrative teams in Health Services to ensure high quality, student-centered care for summer programs and as part of the year-round Per Diem RN pool for Student Health Services. Responsibilities include providing telephone and in person triage for Babson and Olin College students requesting urgent appointments; supporting state immunization compliance; administering immunizations and other injectable medications; and assisting with prescription refills, phlebotomy, laboratory results, and general nursing procedures. Nurses also contribute to front desk coverage as needed and participate in key Health Services events such as flu shot clinics and other student-focused activities. Health Services is part of the Student Success Portfolio in the Division of Learner Success and Campus Life, which also includes Accessibility Services, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), Religious & Spiritual Life, Student Advising & Success, Wellness & Prevention Services, the Peers On Wellness (POW) peer health education program, and the Campus Assessment, Response, & Evaluation (CARE) Team. About Babson Student Success: Taking an integrative, synergetic, student-centered approach to developing entrepreneurial leaders by providing a seamless and supportive living-learning environment that prioritizes self-advocacy, health, and well-being as central to academic, personal, and professional success. Review required health documents and communicate any pertinent medical needs to parents and designated program staff. Administer medications and provide nursing interventions and first aid to participants, as needed. Assess medical concerns, provide emergency care, and coordinate referrals to appropriate medical facilities. Maintain accurate, up-to-date medical records and logs for all treatments and medication administration. Follow standing orders issued by the Director of Health Services and report all serious concerns or incidents promptly to the Director of Summer Programs. Communicate with parents and the Babson Summer Programs office regarding participant health concerns, updates, or follow-up needs. Complete mandated reports for serious incidents or illnesses in accordance with Department of Health guidelines. Participate in camp orientation and training sessions and support general camp programming when appropriate. Provide consistent availability throughout the summer program, either on a weekly schedule or as a substitute nurse. Health Services: Triage students calling and presenting to Health Services during the day without an appointment. Assist with immunization compliance in accordance with Massachusetts State Laws and Babson requirements. This includes corresponding with students about the immunization requirements; following up on missing immunizations; entering immunization data. Administer immunizations. Responsible for medication reconciliation in the absence of permanent staff. May participate in flu or other vaccine clinics. Follow up by telephone with students who utilized off campus emergency and urgent care services. Assist clinicians with prescription refills. Assist students with making appointments with area specialists. Review laboratory results and alerts providers to results needing urgent attention. Assist clinicians with procedures such as phlebotomy, suture removal, nebulizer treatments and dressing changes. Prepare lab specimens, conducts point of care testing and prepares samples for transport to the contracted lab as needed. Assist with front desk coverage when the Office Manager or Administrative Assistant is out of the office. Assume additional responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing Program
• A minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, 5 years preferred
• Must hold a current RN license in the State of Massachusetts and be CPR certified
• Must have Hepatitis B vaccination and training in compliance with OSHA regulations; must maintain both throughout time in the position
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with students, parents, and staff from diverse backgrounds
• Demonstrated passion for adolescent and college health, including understanding of student development
• Ability to multitask and remain flexible in a busy clinical setting
• Must have knowledge of state immunization laws and experience with administering vaccines, medications and medical treatments
• Must have experience with electronic medical records and scheduling-preferably Medicat EMR
• Ability to work with a diverse population
• Ability to envision and propose new methods to perform tasks that support ET&A; take thoughtful risks; and accept new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results
• Ability to anticipate and embrace change; demonstrate willingness to achieve, acquire, and utilize new skills and challenging tasks
• Must have strong computer skills such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Must be able to sit, walk and stand for prolonged periods of time
• Occasionally requires the ability to assist a patient with mobility/to stand or walk
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases through direct contact and through handling of biological specimens will be minimized by strict adherence to OSHA regulations, office procedures and the use of personal protective equipment

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred
• Knowledge of Massachusetts Immunization Information System (MIIS) a plus
• Phlebotomy and point of care testing experience a plus
• Experience with Medicat electronic record system a plus
• Travel health experience a plus
• Experience with diabetes management including routine monitoring and patient education

Responsibilities

• Providing telephone and in person triage for Babson and Olin College students requesting urgent appointments
• Supporting state immunization compliance
• Administering immunizations and other injectable medications
• Assisting with prescription refills, phlebotomy, laboratory results, and general nursing procedures
• Contributing to front desk coverage as needed
• Participating in key Health Services events such as flu shot clinics and other student-focused activities
• Reviewing required health documents and communicate any pertinent medical needs to parents and designated program staff
• Administering medications and provide nursing interventions and first aid to participants, as needed
• Assessing medical concerns, provide emergency care, and coordinate referrals to appropriate medical facilities
• Maintaining accurate, up-to-date medical records and logs for all treatments and medication administration
• Following standing orders issued by the Director of Health Services and report all serious concerns or incidents promptly to the Director of Summer Programs
• Communicating with parents and the Babson Summer Programs office regarding participant health concerns, updates, or follow-up needs
• Completing mandated reports for serious incidents or illnesses in accordance with Department of Health guidelines
• Participating in camp orientation and training sessions and support general camp programming when appropriate
• Providing consistent availability throughout the summer program, either on a weekly schedule or as a substitute nurse
• Triaging students calling and presenting to Health Services during the day without an appointment
• Assisting with immunization compliance in accordance with Massachusetts State Laws and Babson requirements
• Following up by telephone with students who utilized off campus emergency and urgent care services
• Assisting students with making appointments with area specialists
• Assisting clinicians with procedures such as phlebotomy, suture removal, nebulizer treatments and dressing changes
• Preparing lab specimens, conducts point of care testing and prepares samples for transport to the contracted lab as needed
• Assuming additional responsibilities as required

Benefits

• This position includes paid sick leave where required by law.
• Eligibility, accrual, and usage will follow applicable state and local regulations.
• We provide everything you need to achieve your goals, including learning and development opportunities, outstanding benefits, rich rewards, wellness programs, and a genuine dedication to creating a diverse, multicultural and inclusive community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed