Description
POSITION OBJECTIVE
Working under limited supervision, the Staff Registered Nurse 2 will be responsible for providing age specific, developmentally appropriate nursing services and education to students, faculty, and staff accessing care at University Health and Counseling Services.
Consistent with the values of Case Western Reserve University and University Health and Counseling Services, this position will contribute to building a welcoming community that thrives by working together, focusing on collective well-being, and helping students gain insight from their academic endeavors and real-world experiences.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide direct nursing care to patients in all clinical settings including primary care, women's health, allergy, immunization, campus outreach and occupational health. Assess patient needs, provide appropriate interventions, document all clinical activities promptly in the electronic health record, and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions. Initiate a plan of care as designated by physician or advanced practice provider. (50%)
Conduct initial patient intake with emphasis on risk assessment (mental and physical), triage students to appropriate level of into the University Health and Counseling Services system or referral into community care. Implement referral plan for outside services. (10%)
Manage student referrals for care outside of Health Service and Counseling Services, (specialist visits, testing, etc.) in coordination with the parameters of the patient's health insurance and provide follow-up with students and professionals to assess referral outcomes. (10%)
Provide recommendations for clinical operations, administrative and nursing procedures. (6%)
Lead a project for a defined area within the Health Service. May be responsible for one or more of the following areas: manage psychiatric appointment wait list and medication requests and elevate concerns to psychiatrist and medical director as needed. Provide direction and training of new staff RNs, medical assistants and temporary staff. Occupational Health program development and management. Assess employee-related health care needs as related to their job functions: immunizations, pre-exposure screening, post exposure care, monitoring programs. Lead quality improvement project for lab interface and audits including systems to assure prompt filing of medical information in the patient chart: lab test results, consultation reports, immunization history. Manage all aspects of the clinical inventory system. Function as Charge RN in assigned clinical area: responsible for maintaining adequate staffing level, assign duties to other RNs, medical assistants working in area. Ensure all clinical work is completed in area. Lead a care management, quality improvement project for a defined area within the Health Service such as immunization compliance, blood borne pathogen exposure registry, coordination of prescription refills. Other areas as determined by clinical need. (14%)
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Manage on-call reports, nurse task lists. (2.5%)
Collaborate with peers and other members of the health care team on specialty rounds addressing students with such issues as eating disorders, attention disorders, and anxiety/depression management. Participate in peer review programs to ensure highest quality of nursing care and fidelity to best practice standards. (2.5%)
Actively participate in any training suggested for staff, including continuing education sessions and quality improvement activities. (2.5%)
Participate in wellness, health promotion and outreach programs to promote campus wide health and wellness initiatives. (2.5%)
CONTACTS
Department: Regular contact with department staff to collaborate with healthcare team members.
University: Regular contact with university colleagues to refer students to university resources such as Educational Support Services, academic deans, Athletics, etc.
External: Regular contact with external peers to manage student referrals to outside community health care providers such University Hospitals, Cleveland Clinic Foundation and Metro Health. Occasional contact with parents of students
Students: Frequent and direct contact with students in the clinical setting.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
Train new staff. Function as daily Charge RN in assigned clinical area.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience/Licensing: RN license in the State of Ohio. Bachelor's degree (BSN) and 3 years of experience OR Associate's degree (ADN) and 7 years of experience OR High School education and 11 years of experience required.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Possess clinical nursing experience in direct patient care.
Ability to provide age-appropriate care for the population(s) served. Identify and respond effectively to the unique needs of each population.
Ability to provide care in a manner which enhances patient satisfaction and respects all aspects of an individual patient's identity.
Works with a high degree of independence and under general direction of the Director of Clinical Operations.
Experience using an electronic health record to document all clinical encounters. Maintain accurate and complete records, document patient condition, active problems, treatments, medication, and outcomes promptly.
Knowledge of safety policies and procedures of the university and keep up with new trends in nursing safety and compliance with national standards for safe care.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage projects and programs.
Active listening to facilitate patient care along with excellent communication skills.
Ability to work collegially and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team process.
Ability to provide support and training to other clinical staff.
Customer service focus and skills.
Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors and customers face to face.
Ability to meet consistent attendance.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The employee will be exposed to bloodborne pathogens. Personal protective equipment (gloves, masks, eye protection) will be provided. May be required to participate in on-call schedule or be on site evenings or weekends as clinical demands warrant. Work during snow emergencies or other unexpected campus closures may be necessary.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience/Licensing: RN license in the State of Ohio. Bachelor's degree (BSN) and 3 years of experience OR Associate's degree (ADN) and 7 years of experience OR High School education and 11 years of experience required.
