Special Program Aid (RN III)

Texas A&M University System • Laredo, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Special Program Aid (RN III), under general supervision, provides patient care, evaluations, and treatment. Responsible for the operation and maintenance, which includes inventory and requisition of medical supplies, medications, and equipment.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Nursing or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of related experience.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of standard nursing procedures and techniques.
• Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to use and manage an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
• Licensed RN and CPR certified.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, patient evaluations, and treatment in accordance with Professional Nursing Standards.
• Provides preventative education programs to students, such as residence life programs and student organization programs.
• Uses the health care team approach to provide triage of patients, physical assessments, and treatments, including the administration of medication and therapy as directed.
• Operates and maintains the clinic, which includes maintaining inventory and requisition of medical supplies, medications, and equipment.
• Maintains and operates the autoclave for sterilization of instruments/supplies.
• Maintains and monitors patient records, assesses health care needs, and provides patient education.
• This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree