Employer: Oakton College
Job Title: Registered Nurse
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Basic Functions and Responsibilities:
Under general supervision, provide health and emergency services as well as psycho-educational programing for students and employees of Oakton College. Approve and maintain records regarding student health career field placements.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide nursing care to students and employees within the limitations of the Medical Consultant guidelines including health maintenance with the emphasis on preventive care.
- Provide emergency care both within and outside the Health Services' office.
- Assess and document medical conditions according to specific standards.
- Maintain infection control principles with the proper disposal of blood borne pathogen waste.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the conditions most commonly encountered and seek assistance when unfamiliar with a patient's diagnosis or plan of care.
- Administer medication per Medical Consultant's standing orders and be aware of and practice standards of care.
- Perform diagnostic testing per Medical Consultant's standing orders and follow-up with prescribed treatment or referral.
- Educate Allied Health Career students regarding their health requirements and review medical records necessary for medical clearance.
- Maintain confidentiality of health records and all personal health information set forth in Federal and State laws and regulations.
- Maintain inventory of medications, supplies, equipment and office forms.
- Develop and participate in campus-wide health and wellness education events in collaboration with larger wellness sub-division.
- Be cross-trained and oriented to the tasks and functions of both campus offices.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Qualifications and Working Conditions:
- Current Illinois Registered Nurse licensure.
- Four years nursing experience and background in public health, school nursing and/or acute care is required.
- Active employment in the nursing field within the last five years or a certificate in a registered nurse refresher course.
- Bachelor's degree is desirable.
