RN-CLINIC-STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES

RN CLINIC–STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES (PART-TIME)
The University of Alabama at Birmingham

Position Summary:
This is a part-time position assigned to the Student Health Center. Under general supervision, direct patient care activities are provided to the highest licensure degree. Partners with clinical staff and providers to maintain established standards and ensure delivery of high-quality patient care. Health Informatics, Medical Records, and others to ensure patient documentation is complete, accurate, and follows all privacy/security and other regulatory requirements. Review physicians' orders for accuracy and authorization before implementing them. Prescribes and initiates nursing treatment through direct or assisted care.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Displays competence and maintains standards of professional nursing in providing for specific patient needs. Interviews patient and obtains physical history. Administers medication per physician order and documents appropriately.
2. Triages patient phone calls. May obtain authorization and arrange for diagnostic procedures. May coordinate services such as clinic, lab, imaging, etc., for patients requiring concurrent appointments. May arrange for home care and services.
3. Manages resources for optimal patient flow. May monitor medical supplies.
4. Participates in quality improvement initiatives. Provides a safe environment for patients and others. Responds to the unique needs of all patients, ages newborn through geriatric.
5. Assumes leadership role and responds appropriately to emergency/crisis situations.
6. Demonstrates a responsible attitude toward continued professional growth.
7. Supports quality and fiscal goals for the department and institution.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Hourly Pay Range: $29.25 – $35.00

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.