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Clinical Nurse 2

University of California Santa Cruz

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Posted:

July 29, 2020

Location:

Santa Cruz, California

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Healthcare, Staff/Administrative

Clinical Nurse 2

Location: Santa Cruz
Job ID: 9326

Initial Review Date (IRD)
The Initial Review Date (IRD) for this position is: 08-11-2020

UC Santa Cruz staff jobs are posted until filled. Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration. NOTE: Materials submitted after the IRD will be forwarded only at the request of the hiring unit. Submit your materials before the IRD to ensure consideration by the hiring unit.

Dept Marketing Statement
Student Health Services (SHS) is a full service medical facility offering clinical, educational, and psychological services to students on the UCSC campus.

Student Health Services is comprised of a variety of clinical services including Laboratory and X-ray. We have an onsite retail pharmacy, offering both prescriptive pharmaceuticals and over the counter products. Other departments include Patient Support Services; Student Insurance Programs; Student Health Outreach and Promotion (SHOP) and the Condom Co-op; and Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). SHS employs approximately 100 staff including Physicians, Lab Scientists, Pharmacists, Nurses, Radiologists and other clinical and administrative staff.

Position Summary

Under the medical direction of physicians and the clinical supervision of the Clinic Director, the Clinical Nurse performs patient care at the Student Health Center and completes a variety of established nursing procedures using current clinical knowledge. Works with an interdisciplinary team, within a scope defined by Student Health Services policies as well as relevant State and other applicable regulations. The Clinical Nurse exercises professional judgement in the day-to-day operation of nursing-staffed functions and acts as a role model and mentor to other nurses, staff and students.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
Salary Information: $41.25 - $52.29 / Hourly. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and licensed experience

No. of Positions:  2

Benefits Level Eligibility: Full

Schedule Information:

Full-time

100% weekly

40 hours weekly

Mon-Fri

Day Shift

Employee Classification:  Partial Year Career Appointment with 1 month furlough annually

Job End Date: None

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

Union Representation: NX

Job Duties
80% - Assessment and Treatment

Obtain vital signs, take patient health history; Perform accurate assessment of health status, condition and/or illness.

Triage students presenting via telephone or in person; Set priorities for their health care needs, and facilitate appropriate care and interventions.

Interpret and implement physician orders; Prepare patient for needed procedures; Assist in treatment procedures; Carry out authorized treatment of illness and injury, in consultation with or referral to other health care providers and in accordance with Student Health Services Policies and Procedures; Provide oral and injectable medication; Provide acute and post-operative wound care.

Provide routine immunizations and allergy injections.

Provide travel consultations and immunizations for UC Education Abroad Program (UCEAP) and other students in accordance with Student Health Services Policies and Procedures.

Provide patient education, advise patient on self-care, needed follow up and suggested behaviors to achieve optimal health maintenance and improvement.

Coordinate care and case management that involves other health professionals or resources.

Provide continuity and help the student deal effectively with the health care system.

Provide patient-centered care that is respectful of and responsive to individual patient preferences needs, and values; Provide and promote excellence in customer service.

Perform all other duties within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse licensed in California.

10% - Infection Control and Routine Duties

Use appropriate infection control and safety techniques, including cleaning and sterilizing instruments and equipment, preparing trays according to standards, and monitoring availability of clinic supplies.

Collaborate in support and maintenance of clinical care areas, including the disposal of hazardous waste.

10% - Administrative Support

Record accurate, timely, and relevant signed and dated entries in the medical record.

Accurately record billing information on each patient seen, including missed appointments.

Order and stock supplies; Receive orders.

Keep work area organized and stocked with needed supplies.

Participate in Quality Assurance/Continuous Quality Improvement activities of Student Health Services.

Assist in orientation of new staff.

Required Qualifications

Related education and general nursing work experience including a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California
Related experience or skills, knowledge and abilities such as those attained through 6 months of clinical experience in a family practice or student health setting
Knowledge of nursing/health education guidelines
Ability to apply clinical judgement appropriately. Seeks medical consultation, when necessary
Knowledge of standard infection control practices including use of universal precautions, and sterile technique
Excellent communication and listening skills. Maintains a positive communication style during all interactions
Ability to provide and promote excellent customer service and to respectfully respond to patient-centered preferences, needs and values
Ability to use standard clinical equipment per regulatory standards and guidelines; Ability to operate necessary safety and medical equipment, as needed
Ability to work cooperatively and independently at times with minimal supervision
Demonstrated flexibility; organizational, and prioritization skills
Strong multitasking skills with frequent interruptions and time constraints
Ability to handle difficult, sensitive and confidential situations tactfully

APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESS
View full job description and access on-line application:
https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucsc/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=11&JobOpeningId=9326&PostingSeq=1

To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu. A computer is available at the UC Santa Cruz Staff Human Resources Office located at Scotts Valley Center. The Scotts Valley Center is located at 100 Enterprise Way, Suite E100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. To learn more or to request disability accommodations, call 831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Service at 800-735-2922. UC Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

Internal Number: 1967608

About University of California Santa Cruz

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the intimacy of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university.

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