Registered Nurse- Per Diem Weekend

Job Category

Lamont Health and Wellness Center

REGIS
003405

New Hampshire, Phillips Exeter Academy, 20 Main St, Exeter, NH 03833, USA

$42.00 - $47.00/hr hourly compensation for this position is based on relevant education and experience and will be set within the listed range.

Director of Nursing

As needed (Per Diem), Weekend Day Shifts Preferred. Academic Year and Exeter Summer. Schedule may vary according to departmental and Academy needs.

The Nurse uses a team approach to healthcare, applying nursing processes, medical procedures and testing, critical thinking, and referral. Effectively interacts with students, parents, physicians, and other health care providers with the aim of assisting students to assume responsibility for their own health and wellness.

The Health Center operates 24/7 and follows the academic calendar when students are on campus (September through the 1st week of June & 1st week of July through 1st week of August).

• Performs comprehensive physical assessments independent of other nursing colleagues.
• Uses critical thinking in evaluating the needs of each student, making appropriate referrals as needed to NP/PA/MD, counselors, athletic trainers, nutritionist and/or outside MDs.
• Ensures that physicians and outside providers are provided comprehensive diagnostic information.

• Independently initiates and implements nursing care plan.
• Works as part of a team to provide care for crisis intervention, acute illness, injury, and emotional concerns.
• Admits students to Health Center for overnight observation and treatment.
• Draws blood, calls in prescriptions, dispenses medications, administers immunizations, and performs other medical procedures and tests as deemed necessary and ordered by NP/PA/MD.
• Observes students who pose safety concerns.

• Develops relationships of trust built on respect, ethics, professionalism and effective communications.
• Uses effective teaching and counseling skills.
• Uses concise, thorough documentation to promote continuity of care and keep health records complete, accurate and up-to-date.
• Effectively communicates with parents, faculty, health services team, and outside providers while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
• Follows LHWC protocol and procedures, adheres to NH Board of Nursing scope of practice, and maintains competencies.

• RN with current nursing license required.

• 3 - 5 years nursing experience.
• 1-2 years critical care nursing preferred.
• Experience working with adolescents in an educational setting preferred.

• Thorough knowledge of professional nursing principles, methods and procedures; anatomy and physiology applicable to assigned duties; and medical supplies and equipment used in nursing practice.
• Respect for diversity of identities and experiences, an orientation toward equity and inclusion, and cultural competency in all aspects of Academy life.
• Ability to analyze emergency situations accurately and take prompt action.
• Working knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to registered nursing.
• Ability to apply good clinical judgment.
• Ability to plan work, establish priorities, and remain flexible.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including extended hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with students by building trust and credibility.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills as well as a strong customer focus.
• A strict adherence to confidential policies is required.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Willingness and ability to learn additional applications as needed.
• High degree of organizational skills with the ability to be flexible and multi-task with accuracy.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions, maintain a professional demeanor,…