Professional Nurse - #114218

SHRA1392P

https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/26461

Professional Nurse

Journey

Professional Nurse - #114218

Health and Counseling Services

Western Carolina University has been named to the 2022 “America’s Best Employers by State” list by Forbes, ranking 14 out of the top 100 employers in North Carolina. Forbes has also ranked Western Carolina University in the Top 100 of America’s Best Midsize Employers for 2023. Western Carolina University is the UNC system’s westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.
Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans – eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Paid vacation and sick leave accrual begin after first month of employment. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences – many of which are offered free of charge.

The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus. This position has an 11-months per year appointment period.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for implementation of the nursing process in the Health Services clinic. Duties include, but are not limited to: administration of injections, including vaccines and allergy serums, in addition to therapeutic medications. The RN also assists with nurse visits which are brief visits conducted by the RN as an addition to the medical provider, working under set standards and protocols as determined by the medical director. The RN also is responsible for conducting the triage process, including assessment and prioritization of patient appointments for respiratory clinic or same day services. On occasion the RN may partner with a provider to assist with patient visits, performing assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and patient education, screening patients during intake and assessment, document chief complaint, obtain vital signs to include height and weight; administer medications according to Health Services protocol; The RN may also be called upon to assist with procedures per provider request.. Provide through and correct patient documentation in an electronic health record.

The RN utilizes nursing skills and process when providing care for patients in university health services. The RN assesses patients; plans appropriate nursing care based on assessment findings; implements appropriate nursing care including, but not limited to, standing orders and protocols adopted by University Health Services, provider orders and appropriate patient education; evaluates outcomes based on patient response. The RN completes patient referrals and pre-certification for insurance purposes as necessary. The RN maintains patient appointments on schedule by providing timely service to waiting patients and helping to ensure that providers have appropriate assistance to stay on schedule. The RN receives reports from outside facilities for procedures performed and informs appropriate provider; as well as accurately and succinctly documents nursing care on patients’ electronic medical record in accordance with Health Services guidelines. This position also ensures that exam rooms are adequately stocked with necessary supplies and equipment and ascertains that equipment is in proper working order; follows Health Services guidelines regarding narcotic inventory; follows North Carolina Immunization Branch guidelines for vaccine storage and inventory. The RN also obtains North Carolina State Board of Nursing mandated hours of continuing education in the area of Ambulatory Care Nursing practice and/or related areas of practice; adheres to HIPAA and OSHA guidelines; and maintains Healthcare Provider BLS certification

License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina.

$56,488

Permanent Full-Time

11

$39,152 - $81,960

For administrative purposes during the implementation of Career Banding this journey level position is considered a Salary Grade 74.

01/30/2024

02/13/2024

No

To be considered, you must apply online. In order to complete the application process, please attach a cover letter, resume, and listing of references (include their complete contact information).
Applicants who wish to claim veteran’s preference must upload a copy of their DD-214.
PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.
If no applicants apply, who meet the required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities/Competencies and Training and Experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants.
Effective October 1, 2015 all new hires into positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) will serve a 12 month probationary period as defined by the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR).

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.
Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

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