Staff Nurse

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Augusta University -

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Job Summary

Within the Registered Nurse (RN) established scope of practice, assesses patients, and implements and documents nursing care. Assists clinical providers during examinations and procedures. Performs various laboratory tests and administers medications within the scope of practice of the registered nurse. This position will perform a variety of duties to include supporting patient's clinical appointments, nurse-led triage function using algorithm-based treatments, immunization compliance, blood-borne pathogen exposure program, documenting patient information clearly and accurately, and providing patient education on a wide variety of healthcare topics.

Responsibilities

Duties include but are not limited to:

PROVIDES NURSING CARE IN ACCORDANCE WITH GA LICENSE AS A REGISTERED NURSE: Screens patients for chief complaint, symptoms, signs, and obtains and evaluates vital signs when indicated, using above mentioned evaluation and assessment clinical skills to determine whether patients need to be treated immediately or can be seen on an appointment basis. Documents patient information clearly and accurately with attention to details using Health Services Electronic Medical Record system and e-prescribing platform as a provider's agent. Communicates effectively with clinical care team to improve patient care, including but not limited to bringing items of immediate concern to the appropriate provider. Assists patients to achieve health care goals; demonstrates patient advocacy, assuring patients' right to privacy, safety and confidentiality. Administers oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intravenous medications, allergy injections, PPD skin tests, intravenous fluids, and vaccines as per protocol or by direct written order of a provider.

BLOOD-BORNE PATHOGEN EXPOSURE: Assists with the Blood-borne Pathogen Exposure program for the clinic, maintaining monthly reports, all updates for patients, and providing annual education to the clinical staff on policy and procedure updates.

PROVIDES TRIAGE SERVICE FOR PATIENTS WHO REQUEST SERVICES AT THE STUDENT HEALTH CLINIC, AS FOLLOWS: Implement a wide range of patient evaluation and assessment clinical skills specific to supporting the patient appointment and triage function of the Student Health Services. Provide algorithm-based medical treatment within the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse in Georgia following established standing orders written by a supervising physician. Identifies unique and recurring nursing needs of the patient and delivers them as defined by the nursing practice parameters of the state licensing board and established standing orders by the Student Health providers.

PATIENT EDUCATION: Provide individualized patient education on a variety of health topics, to include health screenings, first aid, immunizations, diet and nutrition, sexual health, diabetes education, travel medicine, injury prevention, women's and men's health, self-care, and other health topics.

OTHER DUTIES: Performs other duties as assigned (SANE- Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner; assist with immunization compliance and campus outreach programs).

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Nursing and/or advanced nursing degree from an accredited college or university. Current, active State of Georgia Licensure in good standing as a Registered Nurse. Current BLS and ACLS certification at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in ambulatory care setting, preferably at a college/university health clinic.

Experience working independently with a multidisciplinary team of staff and providers, following nurse-led protocols, using an electronic medical record for documentation and e-prescribing.

Experience with triage and recognizing emergent symptoms of acute patient decompensation or instability, including performing Basic Life Support CPR.

Experience in administering vaccines, oral, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications.

Experience as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

Knowledge of Electronic Health Records digital platform.

SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Must have good verbal, hearing, sight, memory and manual dexterity skills.

ABILITIES

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Verbal and written communications with internal clinic staff, external agents with students, University staff and leadership, local community agencies and personnel.

All AU positions are responsible for promoting a customer friendly environment and providing superior service as a part of their job.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days/ Monday-Friday

Pay Band: B12

Salary:$29.95/hourly - $30.06/hourly

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today!

https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Search Job ID: 274630

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university

Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365