Registered Nurse I (Part-Time)

Job Title
Registered Nurse I (Part-Time)
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
Coastal Bend Health Education Center
Proposed Minimum Salary
$30.42 hourly
Job Location
Corpus Christi, Texas
Job Type
Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)
Job Description
Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.
What we want.
The Registered Nurse I supports the Diabetes Education Program. Performs initial and re-assessments for program participants (patients) and provides diabetes education and care instructions. Acts in accordance with Professional Nursing Standards.
What you need to know
Salary: $30.42 per hour
Other Requirements and Factors:
Ability to work beyond normal office hours and/or on weekends. Ability to travel to various program locations
Required Education and Experience:

• Successful completion of Registered Nurse education program

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• Licensed in the State of Texas as a Registered Nurse. CPR certified

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to use and manage an electronic medical/health records system
• Knowledge of standard nursing procedures and techniques. Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications
• Knowledge of confidentiality laws and regulations. Strong written and communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills
• Time management and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:
Bilingual (English and Spanish)
Responsibilities
Diabetes Education/ Care Instructions

• Develops, maintains, and provides individualized diabetes self-education and support/care plans for program participants (patients) and monitors progress on a quarterly basis.
• Collaborates with referring providers and other healthcare professionals who are not part of the Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) service regarding education provided, education plans, and outcomes.
• Provides preventive education to the community and students.
• Documents and maintains class participants' education records and health care needs.
• Maintains State Department of Health records as required.
• Travels to various education locations and assumes responsibility of assigned location(s).

Patient Assessments

• Performs comprehensive initial and quarterly reassessments of participant's education and health care needs, including diabetes self-management knowledge, skills, and readiness for behavioral/lifestyle change.
• Collects biometric data, including blood pressure, heart rate, weight, BMI, body fat percentage, blood glucose, and hemoglobin A1c (HBA1c).
• Maintains and operates biometric equipment for initial and quarterly reassessments. Documents assessment and biometric data.

House Bill 984 Training/ Other

• Provides training to school personnel who are not licensed healthcare professionals in the care of elementary and secondary school students with diabetes.
• Participates in continuing education activities to maintain licensure/certification(s)
• May provide supervision for support staff
• Performs other duties as assigned

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