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NOTE TO APPLICANT: Please submit your resume and cover letter along with your application. You may submit both documents as one attachment in the My Experience section of the application under the "resume/CV" upload section, or as separate attachments. Once you submit your application, you will not be able to attach additional documents.Job Description:Position Title: Nurse SupervisorBusiness Unit: Student Health ServicesReports To: Medical DirectorTitle(s) of Direct Report(s): Registered Nurses (2) and Medical Assistants (3)Total Direct Reports: 5Salary Grade: 6FLSA Classification: ExemptClassification: Type: Full-timePhysical Class: Type: Up to 20 lbsJob Purpose: The nurse supervisor performs professional nursing functions in the provision of general outpatient and urgent medical care at the Claremont University Consortium Student Health Services. In addition, the nurse supervisor will oversee the registered nurses and medical assistants in the management of patient flow, patient education, the referral process, maintenance of documentation and records.Essential Functions: Clinical Responsibilities
Provide triage assessments, including vital signs, height, weight, temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respiratory rate, allergies, and current medication regimen. Records and reports obvious patient problems, symptoms, reactions, and behaviors
Obtain episodic histories of ill or injured students and aid in determining the disposition of the same
Assist physicians and nurse practitioners (healthcare providers) and works collaboratively with the ancillary staff in the treatment of the ill or injured student
Assist healthcare providers with minor surgical procedures and examinations
Administer medications, antigen injections, and immunizations as ordered by the healthcare providers
Dispense medications as ordered by the healthcare providers in accordance with the California Business & Professional Code 4173 and the Board of Registered Nursing Code 2725.1
Provide education to students regarding side effects, desired effects, and administration of the medications as ordered by the healthcare providers
Provide and maintain educational materials to students regarding the medications dispensed, reviewing but not limited to the frequency of administration, how to take (i.e. on an empty stomach), and common side effects
Provide telephone triage of student calls assisting in the appropriate disposition of the student including making a same day appointment and documents/records transactions in the student’s medical record
Review and update patient educational materials
Maintain accurate records according to the labeling and dispensing of medications
Maintain and order an adequate supply of medications including immunizations and vaccines
Maintain and document proper storage of all medications as demonstrated by a daily log of refrigerator temperatures
Participate in campus outreach programs as requested
Participate in Quality Assurance/Improvement programs for Student Health Services
Participate in professional development opportunities and in-service training
Attend weekly staff meetings
Provides on-call phone services for students 24 hours a day/7 days a week per on-call rotation schedule (approximately 5-7 weeks per year) documenting all concerns, symptoms, telephone advice, and disposition in patients’ charts
Administrative Responsibilities
Develop, document, and maintain nursing policies and procedures which ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
Monitor performance for compliance with established policies and procedures to ensure effective operations
Monitor performance of the registered nurses and medical assistants
Coordinate clinical areas operation to include oversight of stocking exam rooms, ordering medical supplies, and maintenance/calibration/safety testing of all medical devices
Establish, implement, monitor and assess patient education programs which includes immunization clinics, outreach activities, and educational material for clinical use
Required Qualifications: The following qualifications must be met in order to meet the requirements:Successful completion of Nursing Degree programCurrent California Nursing License and CPR certificationAt least 3 years as a Registered Nurse in an ambulatory care or medical settingAt least 3 years of Supervisory experienceOther required knowledge, skills, or competencies are awareness of and sensitivity to racial, cultural, religious, gender and sexual orientation diversity.Preferred Qualifications: The following qualifications are preferred:Experience with adolescent and young adult/college aged patientsElectronic health records experienceRequired Knowledge and Critical Skills: This position must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities to be able to successfully perform the essential functions of the job or must be able to demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed (with or without reasonable accommodation) using other knowledge, skills and abilities not listed below:
Thorough knowledge of professional nursing principles, methods, and procedures
Thorough knowledge of medical terminology and equipment
Thorough knowledge of uses and effects of medicines and narcotics
Ability to apply nursing knowledge and techniques
Ability to observe and record or respond with therapy to medical reactions, symptoms, and behaviors
Ability to keep records and prepare reports
Ability to gain the interest, respect, and cooperation of patients
Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, and others
Ability to analyze urgent and emergent situations accurately and to take prompt action
Ability to utilize electronic health records
The Claremont University Consortium seeks to maintain a neat and professional image at all times.Required Hours: The regular hours for this full time position are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday. This is a 10 month position (August to May). Holiday, weekend and evening work hours may be required. Regular hours may vary due to needs of the organization or business unit.ADA/OSHAThis job description defines the essential job duties of this position. Claremont University Consortium expects that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).DisclaimerThis job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. When duties and responsibilities change and develop, Claremont University Consortium will review this job description and make changes of business necessity.ADA/OSHA:This job description defines the essential job duties of this position. The Claremont Colleges Services expects that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).Disclaimer:This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. When duties and responsibilities change and develop, The Claremont Colleges Services will review this job description and make changes of business necessity.Equal Opportunity Employer:TCCS is an equal opportunity employer. TCCS managers make employment decisions on the basis of merit, with the aim to have the best available person in every job. TCCS prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), national origin or ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), military or veteran status, and status with regard to public assistance, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation. TCCS also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of these characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of these characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful.
Posted 30+ Days Ago
Full time
REQ-1806
Job Posting Title: Clinical Nurse Supervisor
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