PRN Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse

Title: PRN Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse

Reports To: Director of Health
Services
Division/Department: Student Development
FLSA: Non-exempt

Purpose:

Knox College seeks an enthusiastic and
caring PRN Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse to support the operations of Knox College Student Health Services. This 10-month,
part-time position will assist the APP in providing professional primary health care to a diverse student body, emphasizing health promotion
and disease prevention.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial patient assessment to document chief complaint and obtain vital
  signs and health history.
• Assist APP with patient examinations and procedures.
• Implement orders from APP or Supervising
  Physician and document accurately in electronic medical record system.
• Maintain adequate supplies in exam and treatment
  rooms.
• Manage supply inventory by monitoring medical supplies and non-prescription medications.
• Assist in collecting and/or
  performing laboratory and diagnostic testing.
• Facilitate prescription refills as needed.
• Counsel patients under the
  direction of the APP in self-care, prevention, treatment, and follow-up.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines and
  regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education/Licensures

• Licensure to practice nursing as an LPN or RN
  in the State of Illinois
• Valid CPR/AED certification.
• Maintain and participate in professional development and certification
  through continuing education opportunities.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred.

Required Skills and
Experience

• Demonstrated experience with patient assessment/triage.
• Previous experience in an outpatient clinical
  setting.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain successful and effective
  relationships with a diverse student population.
• Demonstrated experience with electronic medical records.