"Registered Nurse"

Job Details

Founded in 1917, Providence College (PC) is a premier Catholic liberal arts institution steadfastly committed to academic excellence through a dynamic core curriculum, a distinctive Development of Western Civilization Program, and abundant experiential learning opportunities. The only U.S. higher education institution administered by the Dominican Friars, PC is committed to providing a variety of opportunities for intellectual, social, moral, and spiritual growth in a supportive environment. Providence College believes that cultural and intellectual pluralism is essential to the excellence of its academic programs, and strives to foster an academic culture and campus community reflecting the global environment in which we live and work.

The approximately 105-acre campus is situated in Rhode Island’s capital city and is close to the many cultural and educational offerings of Rhode Island’s “renaissance city.” Additionally, Providence is located an hour from Boston and just a few hours from New York City.

For years, Providence College has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report “Regional Universities – North Category” and has been commended by several other ranking publications.

Conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars, Providence College is a Catholic, Dominican, liberal arts institution of higher education and a community committed to academic excellence in pursuit of the truth, growth in virtue, and service of God and neighbor. We seek candidates who can affirm and contribute to our mission.

Providence College is also an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a Beloved Community — an environment that reflects the rich diversity of the human family and is marked by justice, charity and the promotion of the common good and flourishing of all. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge and commitment to develop the diverse learning environment envisioned as part of the Beloved Community. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The College’s Non-Discrimination policy can be found here (Download PDF reader).

Overview

Triage students, provide coverage during staff absences, and high-volume periods, while managing full-time undergraduate immunization compliance. This is a 9 month position.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Triage students who call or present to the Student Health Center without an appointment. Schedule appointments with a Health Services provider as deemed necessary. Follow up with students who utilize EMT services, as well as services in one of the local emergency rooms. Assist students with making appointments with area specialists. (25%)
2. Cover the front desk when administrative staff are at lunch, out of the office, and during high volume time periods. (25%)
3. Assist in the Management of the undergraduate student immunization compliance, including corresponding with students about immunization requirements, following up on missing immunizations, and entering data. (25%)
4. Administer oral medications and injections to students who require maintenance medication. Room students and obtain vitals. Assist providers with procedures such as suture removal, nebulizer treatments, and dressing changes. Conduct out of state eye exams for students’ drivers’ licenses. Restock exam room supplies and be responsible for medication reconciliation and ordering of supplies. (15%)
5. Conduct point of care testing and preparation of specimens for transport to the contracted lab as needed. Review laboratory results and alert providers to results needing urgent attention. Contact students with laboratory and imaging results when deemed appropriate by providers. (10%)

MARGINAL DUTIES:

1. Perform all other duties as may be required.

Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Three to five years’ experience in college health, private practice, or emergency department/urgent care or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.
• Intermediate experience with Medicat or other EHR.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
• Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard
• Communication skills using the spoken word
• Ability to see within normal parameters
• Ability to hear within normal range
• Ability to move about

DISCLAIMER: This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.