Job Summary
Greet patients upon arrival at provider’s office, prepare them for consultation, assess status, and respond to emergency situations. Assist provider with procedures, administer medications, collect/handle specimens, and apply durable medical equipment. Utilize patient teaching, referrals, and follow-up as appropriate. Document accurately all procedures, diagnoses, and interventions in electronic health record (EHR). Participate in nursing staff meetings and quality improvement initiatives. Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
Who We Are
Purdue University's Student Health (PUSH) Center, has a mission to promote a healthy campus culture by providing high quality, evidence-based, patient-focused primary healthcare through an accredited model of excellence for the Purdue University student community. Our staff of board-certified physicians and nurse practitioners provide student-oriented primary care as well as ongoing care for chronic conditions. Our single-minded focus of protecting your health and wellness allows you to focus on your educational and personal goals. We are also accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care.
What Sets Us Apart:
- Our benefits start your first day of employment, including accruing time off
- Our generous paid sick time is separate from PTO
- PTO accrual for the first year – 15 days; includes vacation time in addition to 10 paid university holidays, 3 personal business days, 5 CME days, and winter recess off (the week between Christmas and New Years Day)
- No after hours on call and standard business hours, Monday – Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
- Structured work day to include an hour lunch and an hour of scheduled administrative time
- Joining a team with a full spectrum of Primary Care and Women’s Health
- Career Development: We have career paths and many opportunities for you to develop to your next Giant Leap
- We serve a large international and diverse campus and student body
What We Are Looking For
Education and Experience:
Required:
- Associate's degree from an accredited nursing school
- Active and unencumbered Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license
- BLS certification
- Minimum one (1) year of nursing experience
- Experience with EHR systems
Preferred:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Three (3) to five (5) years of nursing experience
Skills:
Required:
- Must have knowledge of disease processes and normal growth and development of all age groups
- Must operate with cultural sensitivity and interact professionally with diverse racial, ethnic, economic and social backgrounds
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
- Ability to assess patient status and respond to emergencies appropriately
- Thorough knowledge of scientific principles of nursing theory and practice
- Strong communication skills, including patient teaching
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize to complete duties in a timely manner
- Must have computer and data entry skills
Additional Information
- Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
- A background check will be required for employment in this position
- FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
- Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
- Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Career Stream
Compensation Information:
Career Stream: Professional 2
Pay Band: S065
Job Code: 20002883
Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/