Professional Nurse

Department: Health Services - 320000

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a current North Carolina license to practice as a Registered Nurse. Special Note: This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to reflect essential functions per ADA. Examples of competencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may not be applicable to all positions.

License/Certification Required

Essential Job Functions

The staff nurse, a registered professional nurse is responsible for the nursing care of patients and for assisting the physician/clinician at the Mary S. Shook Student Health Services.

The nurse will work in any of the various areas of the clinic, such as: triage, observation, after hours, limited service hours, direct assistance with clinicians, immunizations, allergy.

Duties can change based on organizational needs.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

• Ability to work independently using nursing protocols and procedures.
• Able to multitask in a high paced environment.
• Able to communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and community stakeholders.
• Proficient with Electronic Health Record software and computer usage.
• Ability to complete a patient triage, history, medication history and assessment.
• Ability to accurately determine needed immunizations and administer them appropriately.
• Ability to perform nursing functions for care of the patient while in the clinic to include: obtaining lab specimens, dressings, emergency care, administration of medications and IV's, and health education and direct assistance with clinicians.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in providing nursing care in the College Health setting.
Have at least five years of nursing experience, working knowledge of North Carolina required immunizations, ability to relate and work with the college age population.
Possess years of recent nursing experience in a direct patient care role.

Work Schedule/Hours: The normal work schedule for this employee is 40 hours per week. with occasional after hours and weekend rotation. This is a 9 month position from mid August through mid May

Anticipated Hiring Range: $44,324 - $47,081 (9-month annual salary)

Closing Date: 1/11/2026

To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/52826