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Registered Nurse, Student Health Services
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Position Number: 5843174
Location: San Luis Obispo, CA
Position Type: Health and Medical Services

Registered Nurse, Student Health Services

Cuesta College

Salary: $37.32 - $41.41 Hourly
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: FY2425-00095
Location: North County Campus, CA
Department: Student Success & Support Programs
Closing: 1/7/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Description Summary

This position primarily supports the Student Health Center at the North County Campus in Paso Robles. It is scheduled for 18 hours per week across the 10-month academic calendar, covering both the fall and spring semesters. For additional details, including holiday closures, please refer to the academic calendar: Academic Calendar 2024-2025 (Download PDF reader).

Qualified applicants may be eligible for a 5% bilingual stipend.

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, the Registered Nurse performs a variety of health services including providing nursing assessment and intervention to students; assisting in the delivery of health education services and daily clinical operations; and other related duties as required. The Director of Student Health Services will provide general direction to the Registered Nurse.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Registered Nurse, Student Health Services, is distinguished from other classes in the Student Support Services series in that incumbents perform work related to student health and wellness, including nursing evaluation, diagnosis and treatment, patient teaching, health counseling, health education, and the maintenance of personal health records. The registered Nurse, Student Health Services, upholds the Standards of Nursing Practice and California Nursing Practice Act; basic laws and regulations pertaining to health services; communicable disease and immunization requirements.

Incumbents in this position support the overall mission of the college in the standard of quality, excellence and accessibility, by providing services and programs which engage and inspire students to achieve academic and personal success through increased knowledge related to their personal health and wellness. The incumbent plays a key role in assisting students with clinical care services, mental health referrals, communicable disease control, illness assessment and referrals, first aid treatment, self-care programs and health education resources.

The incumbent in this position supports institutional effectiveness and student learning outcomes by effectively assisting students in accessing student health services and in protecting the confidentiality of health services provided.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

Where You Will Work
Serving all of San Luis Obispo County, Cuesta College has provided comprehensive associate degree offerings, certificates, and community programs to the region since 1964. The main campus is located along scenic Highway 1, west of San Luis Obispo and east of the beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Cuesta College has a North County Campus in Paso Robles, and South County Center, in Arroyo Grande.

Who We Are
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our culture and the work we do. Cuesta College is proud to be a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) committed to racial and socio-economic diversity as it reflects our communities and student populations. We actively seek to attract candidates who share this commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As part of the Cuesta College team, you can expect to be part of a collaborative community of faculty, classified professionals, administrators, students, and community partners advancing educational excellence with intentional support services leading to student success and completion.

Additional information about the college can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/index.html
The college planning documents can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/collegeplans/index.html
Our Student Equity Action Plan can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/info/student-equity-initiatives/equity/index.html
We offer comprehensive benefit options. Information about benefits can be found at
https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/benefits-insurance/index.html

Essential Functions & Qualifications

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist the Director with the planning, development and implementation of student health services;
Employ a system of triage, identifying symptoms and behaviors, making independent nursing judgment regarding illness and injury and determines an appropriate course of action;
Provide basic first aid and initial emergency care intervention utilizing EMS when necessary;
Provide crisis intervention and referral for students in crisis;
Perform health-screening tests requiring specific expertise; review test results; consult with the appropriate health care professional regarding additional testing and/or referrals as needed;
Advise students on a one-to-one basis for immediate problem solving and/or development of an individual health plan. This plan may include acquainting the student with private or community-based resources through which additional assistance may be obtained;
Assist the Director with health education programs on a broad range of health and wellness issues. Facilitate groups, workshops and outreach events on a variety of health promotion issues;
Assist in organizing and maintaining a variety of confidential health records and files related to routine health care, student insurance, accident reports, and statistics;
Assist in data collection and analysis from daily documentation, surveys, student learning outcomes and other sources. Utilize data analysis to plan ongoing health services, prepare written reports, contribute to grant proposals and document the changing health needs of our population;
Maintain adequate levels of stock medication and medical supplies;
Manage and monitor the maintenance and upkeep of all medical equipment;
Organize and maintain examination rooms and other Health Center rooms in a clean and orderly condition;
Serve as a liaison between the college and community-based referral agencies;
Assist in the review and critique of policies, procedures, protocols and referral resources;
Act as a resource person regarding matters related to campus health and safety; also act as a catalyst to bring about positive change;
Maintain current CPR and first aid certificate training;
Ensure adherence to HIPAA and FERPA guidelines in Student Health Services;
Learn and apply emerging technologies and advances as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized and timely manner;
Perform duties at all district sites;
Work independently with a minimum of supervision; and
Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Required

Bachelor's of Science Degree in Nursing or the equivalent;
Two years of full-time experience will equal one year of college level coursework.

Experience:
Preferred

Two years' experience in professional nursing within the last five years;
Three or more years' experience in outpatient, public health or school/college health;
Experience and a strong interest in health promotion/disease prevention; and
Experience working with or professional training in the following specialty areas: crisis intervention, mental health, drug and alcohol referral, and sexual assault response.

Knowledge of:

HIPAA and FERPA guidelines;
California Nurse Practice Act;
General nursing skills required of a Registered Nurse;
Assessment techniques and nursing interventions for chronic and acute physical, mental, social and emotional problems;
Local health and human care resources;
Current techniques and practices in advanced first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation;
Principles of communicable disease prevention and control;
Current technologies, personal computer, and associated office software such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and/or database software;
Correct usage of English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; and
District policies and procedures.

Ability to:

Interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures;
Ability to identify symptoms and behavior, make independent nursing judgment regarding illnesses and determine course of action;
Ability to respond to student requests and inquiries;
Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action;
Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work;
Ability to meet schedules and time lines;
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
Work at multiple sites, provide own transportation and travel countywide;
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties; and
Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and of staff and students with physical and learning disabilities.

Physical ability to:

Read and comprehend printed matter and text and data on computer monitors;
Communicate intelligibly and effectively via speech, telephone, written correspondence, and/or email;
Sit or stand for extended periods of time;
Lift and/or carry 25 pounds; and
Exert manual dexterity sufficient for keyboard and other office equipment operation.

License and Certificates (current within the last year):
Required

Possess an appropriate, valid Registered Nurse license issued by the Board of Nurse Examiners of the State of California Board of Nursing Education and Nurse Registration;
Possess, or be able to obtain, certificates in CPR and basic first aid; and
Valid driver's license and eligible to obtain California driver's license upon hire.

Preferred

Possess, or be able to obtain, an appropriate, valid California Public Health Nurse Certificate.

Additional Information

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY
Candidates will be required to submit ALL of the required documents below when applying for this position. When uploading documents, PDF uploads are preferred.

Cover letter;
Resume;
Reference List (see further instructions below);
Unofficial transcripts;
Certifications (see further instructions below);
Diversity statement (see further instructions below).

Diversity Statement Instructions: Cuesta College is committed to building and maintaining a workforce that reflects and honors the diversity of our students. It is important to us that our faculty, staff, and administrators demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, and religious backgrounds as well as sexual orientation and abilities of all constituents in the Cuesta College community.

In 500 words or less, with consideration to our Mission Statement and our values expressed above, please explain how you will demonstrate your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in this position.

Reference List Instructions: Your reference list must include three professional references, their contact information, and their relationship to you.

Certification Instructions: please include copies of the following (1) valid California Registered Nurse License, (2) Valid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and standard first-aid certificate. Also include valid California Public Health Nurse Certificate, if applicable.

Completed online applications and all supporting documents must be submitted by the closing date for this position. LATE, INCOMPLETE, FAXED, MAILED OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

SALARY SCHEDULE
Below is the full salary schedule range for this position, steps A through E. Per Cuesta College's policies, new employees are placed at Steps A through C, which is the anticipated hiring range also listed below. The bargaining agreement also includes step and longevity increases. For a full salary schedule, please see our website: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/humanresources/salary_schedules.html

Salary Schedule Range: $37.32- $45.36 per hour
Anticipated Hiring Range: $37.32 - $41.14 per hour

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Cuesta College will not sponsor any visa applications.

San Luis Obispo County Community College District ("Cuesta College") is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), age, disability (physical and mental), genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal and state law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Cuesta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.

In compliance with California law, all prospective staff and students are entitled to read the Annual Security Report, published each October by the Cuesta College Department of Public Safety. This report contains information about our emergency and crime reporting procedures, as well as crime statistics for the past 3 years. You may request a copy of this report at one of our two Public Safety Offices: on SLO campus at Building 6600A or on North County Campus at building N1021, during campus business hours. You may also access the complete text of this report at the following website address: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/publicsafety/clery_act

Cuesta College uses E-Verify as part of the I-9 process to verify the work eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9 to data from U.S Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. For further information, visit: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/humanresources/Job_Opportunities.html

Interview Process Information

Selected applicants will be invited to attend a Zoom interview on Friday, January 24, 2025.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cuesta

The San Luis Obispo County Community College District promotes inclusiveness, prohibits discrimination, and encourages all qualified persons to apply. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Cuesta College actively seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds to assist students, staff, and faculty. For ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) assistance with the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office: (805) 546-3129.