Reporting to the Nurse Manager, the Registered Nurse provides nursing care and health education to students in coordination with other members of the Health Services team, acts as a liaison for the department, the Center for Student Wellness, and the Winthrop community, and assists with the clinic’s administrative functions.
Functions as a nurse specialist in applying the nursing process:
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Assesses, counsels, educates and makes decisions regarding disposition of student health concerns.
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Refers to the appropriate provider students in need of medical care outside the nurse’s scope of practice.
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Follows applicable standings orders and protocols as appropriate.
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Possesses and maintains a working knowledge of nursing scope of practice and clinic operations.
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Demonstrates a working knowledge of commonly used medications, immunizations, lab tests, treatments and procedures.
Team Collaboration and Professional Development:
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Functions effectively as a member of the nursing team by promoting teamwork through group process, decision making and communication.
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Actively contributes to the overall functionality of the Health Services clinic by performing non-clinical, administrative tasks as needed or assigned.
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Maintains excellent communication and teaching skills.
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Handles stressful situations in a professional manner.
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Remains current on nursing and leadership skills.
Clinical Safety and Compliance Responsibilities:
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Demonstrates understanding and adherence to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines for healthcare workers.
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Maintains a safe and clean clinical environment.
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Ensures all clinic equipment is in good working order and keeps a log of regular equipment checks, maintenance and cleaning, when assigned.
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Completes annual lab proficiency training.
