Job Description
Job Title
Registered Nurse III - PRN
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
College Of Nursing
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Bryan, Texas
Job Type
Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)
Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all pers p ectives, talents & lived experience s . 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 III, under general supervision, provides comprehensive nursing services such as patient care, evaluations, and treatment to students, faculty, staff, and community members and families participating in the Nursing Mobile Clinic program. Operates and maintains the Mobile Clinic, which includes inventory and requisition of medical supplies, medications, and equipment.
What you need to know
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.
Two Locations: Bryan, TX or Crockett, TX. Please indicate your preferred location at the next step.
Schedule: Hours are varied depending on the need and employee availability. This is a temporary, part-time role.
Other: This position is grant funded. Depending upon the nature of your position, you may be required to receive immunizations (excluding COVID and Flu).
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
Associate degree in Nursing or equivalent combination of education and experience
Four years of clinical nursing experience
Required Licenses and Certifications
Texas RN license in good standing
Current BLS certification
State of Texas class 'C' vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in nursing
Bilingual in English/Spanish
Experience with electronic health records (eCW preferred)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others
Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Knowledge of standard nursing procedures and techniques.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to use and manage an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Responsibilities
Comprehensive Nursing Services
Provides direct patient care, patient evaluations, and treatment in accordance with Professional Nursing Standards
Maintains the highest standards of nursing practice
Participates in reflective practice
Provides comprehensive nursing services to patients participating in the Mobile Clinic in accordance with professional nursing standards
Provides preventative education to patients as needed
Uses the health care team approach to provide triage of patients, physical assessments, and treatments, including the administration of medication and therapy as directed
Drives to schools and homes of patients participating in the clinic in order to provide vital services in a University vehicle
Operates and maintains the clinic, which includes maintaining inventory and requisition of medical supplies, medications, and equipment
Maintains sterilization of instruments/supplies
Maintains and monitors patient records, assesses health care needs, and provides patient education.
Reporting and Monitoring
Evaluates and reports patient progress
Visits, monitors, tracks, and reports patient data
Program and Individual Development
Serves as a key member of the school-based Mobile Clinic team
Participates in community coalition
Engages in program team meetings
Promotes the Texas A&M program via marketing and outreach efforts at local and regional levels
Completes required trainings and participates in professional development
Fills in for others and performs other duties as assigned to assist other team members.
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume’ or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Job Tags
Temporary work, Part time, Fixed term contract, Casual work, Relief, Local area, Flexible hours,