College Nurse
Salary: $86,840.00 - $116,334.00 Annually
Job Type:
Job Number: 6004-c-08/21
Closing: 9/30/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Visalia, CA
Department: Health Center
Division:
General Description
Under the supervision of the Health Center Director, the College
Nurse will serve as an assistant in the planning, development and
delivery of a wide variety of health and wellness services for our
diverse community of students and staff.
This position is a 10 month, full-time position.
College of the Sequoias Community College District serves a
diverse community of learners and is a designated Hispanic Serving
Institution. COS provides a wide range of opportunities in
transfer, general education, career and technical programs for our
students. We are dedicated to recruiting employees who are
committed to helping a diverse population of students achieve their
educational goals. We seek candidates who exhibit an understanding
and commitment to the community college mission, and who have a
passion for student success.
Job Duties
Job duties of the College Nurse include but are not limited
to:
Assist the Health Center Director in the planning, development
and implementation of the Student Health Services Program.
Assist in the development and delivery of health education
programs for the college community through classroom presentations,
bulletins, newsletters, seminars, workshops and other
activities.
Respond to emergency calls when requested, provide first aid
and emergency nursing care to injured/ill students and employees;
arrange emergency transportation to medical facilities as
necessary.
Employ a system of triage, identifying symptoms and making
independent nursing judgments regarding acuity of illness and/or
injury.
Prepare and maintain a variety of physical/mental health and
safety records and reports with accuracy and confidentiality.
Assist in coordinating and administering other health service
programs, IE: communicable disease surveillance,
vaccine-preventable disease immunizations, reproductive health,
mental health and general health and wellness services; and
participate in the development and implementation of new/expanded
services as needed.
Perform student and staff TB testing and clearance in
accordance with Tulare County Health Department training and
protocol.
Perform appropriate evaluative screening and laboratory tests
requiring specific expertise, training and licensing, IE: vision,
hearing, blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, hemoglobin, STD and
HIV, pregnancy and other CLIA approved testing in accordance with
established procedures and/or protocols.
Assess and evaluate the general health status of students and
staff focusing on prevention, early identification, intervention
and treatment of physical and emotional health problems.
Provide confidential personal physical and mental health
consultation to students and staff for immediate
problem-solving/resolution and/or development of an individual
health plan, which may include referral/s to private or community,
based resources.
Administer non-prescription (OTC) medications in accordance
with established protocols.
Protect the well-being of students and staff through
established procedures of prevention and control of communicable
diseases, IE: Tuberculosis, Influenza and other communicable
respiratory infections (Varicella; Measles, Mumps and Rubella,)
infectious gastrointestinal disorders (Hepatitis A, Salmonella,
Shigella, Giardiasis), communicable skin disorders (ringworm,
scabies, lice), blood-borne pathogens (Hepatitis B and C, HIV) and
others.
Assist in identification and referral of students eligible for
other support services; IE: Financial Aid, EOPS, DRC, Work Study;
Learning Labs and others.
Supervise inventory and ordering of medical supplies and
equipment to include the monitoring and maintenance of all medical
equipment.
Oversee department safety, cleanliness and compliance with
established health and safety procedures/regulations.
Participate in the planning, coordination and implementation of
campus health fairs and other health promotion/wellness
events.
Assist in providing health and safety consultations with campus
personnel and participate in the design, implementation and
monitoring of health, safety, crisis intervention and disaster
programs.
Participate as requested in community outreach activities to
enhance services and referral resources for students.
Assist in the procurement (from community resources),
development and dissemination of health education materials for
students and staff.
Maintain liaison with community health agencies for referral
sources.
Assist in preparation of reports including Program Review and
Year-End Reports, attendance at meetings, work with advisory
committees and other related duties as assigned.
Assist in review and update of policies, procedures, protocols
and referral resources.
Provide supervision and training to unlicensed staff and others
as designated by Coordinator.
Provide mentoring and training of new staff to the Medicat
electronic medical management system and software.
Perform committee work and attend conferences, workshops and
trainings related to college health issues, trends, and
programs.
Represent the Health Center in absence of Coordinator.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Qualifications (Education &
Experience):
Any combination equivalent to: Associate's degree in nursing from
an accredited college and three (3) years of experience within the
past 5 years in one or more of the following settings:
school/college health, acute care, emergency health, public health
or occupational health. Bilingual skills are desirable.
Licenses and Other Requirements:
Minimum qualifications of the California Board of Registered
Nursing
Current, valid California RN license
Current CPR/AED certificate or willingness to obtain same
Current California driver's license
Desirable Qualifications:
Bilingual skills
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
Public Health Certificate
Working Conditions:
Environment
Health Office environment
Evening hours and summer session hours may be required
Ability to drive to and from satellite facilities to conduct
Student Health Services
Physical Abilities
lift equipment up to 30 pounds
kneel on ground/floor for medical emergencies
squat, bend and reach
walk briskly while pushing wheelchair for medical
emergencies
demonstrate dexterity of both hands and fingers
demonstrate acuity of vision and hearing
Knowledge and Abilities
The hiring committee is seeking evidence of the following:
Knowledge of:
Current community health nursing practice, including
communicable disease control, adult and adolescent health care,
reproductive health care, substance abuse issues and prevention,
mental health trends and resources for care.
Current community health resources for consultation, referral
and treatment.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and
vocabulary.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Medicat electronic medical management system and software.
Ability to:
Assess emergency situations; administer first aid, CPR and AED
response, and other appropriate nursing care, information and/or
referral.
Work effectively in crisis situations.
Conduct preventive health programs.
Work independently in planning, organizing and delivering
health services within the parameters of accepted standards imposed
by the nurse practice act and accepted/approved protocols.
Establish and maintain effective collaborations and working
relationships with students, staff and the community.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Problem-solve and think critically.
Understand, be sensitive and have a commitment to provide
health services for culturally, socio-economically, ethnically and
academically diverse students and staff, and those with
disabilities.
Perform basic computer skills
Application Procedure
To be considered for this position, applicants must submit:
An online job application.
Letter of interest which addresses how the applicant's
experience and/or education enables him/her to be able to perform
the job duties.
Resume
Recruitment Analyst: Norma Chavez normach@cos.edu
College of the Sequoias does not sponsor H-1B Visas
To apply, visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cos/jobs/3214193/college-nurse
COLLEGE OF THE SEQUOIAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The College of the Sequoias Community College
District is committed to the principles of equal employment
opportunity. It is the District's policy to ensure that all
qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and
equal access to employment opportunity and are not subject to
discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the
basis of ethnic group identification, race, gender, color,
language, accent, citizenship status, ancestry national origin,
age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, transgender, parental
status, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental
disability or medical condition, or on the basis of these perceived
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