Part-Time Registered Nurse (2)

University of South Carolina Upstate; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

University of South Carolina Upstate in Spartanburg, SC is seeking a Part-Time Registered Nurse to join the Health Services team. Two positions available, schedule is part-time with hours between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday, offering both morning and afternoon shifts.

The role involves clinical nursing care, health screenings, and patient education. The RN will work within the Division of Student Affairs to support students' holistic wellbeing and collaborate with the healthcare team

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nursing required.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure by SC Board of Nursing (SCBON).
• BLS CPR Certification required.
• Preferred: Hospital experience, triage, phlebotomy, IVs, injections.
• Knowledge of nursing/health care principles and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within RN scope of practice, including triage, history, assessment, lab testing, patient education and plan of care.
• Assist providers with evaluation, health screenings and referrals.
• Maintain medication and clinical supplies stock and sterilize instruments.
• Assist with follow-up care, care coordination, and responses to medical incidents.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to support student wellbeing.

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Job description

Part-Time Registered Nurse (2)

Posting Number: TMP00792PO26

Salary: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour based on education and experience.

Location of Vacancy: USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC

Part/Full Time: Part Time

Work Schedule: Part-time hours between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday, with both morning and afternoon shifts available. Hours may vary based on departmental needs.

About University of South Carolina:

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary:

Part-Time Registered Nurse (2 positions)

University of South Carolina Upstate

TMP00792PO26

Spartanburg, SC

Serve on the clinical team at Health Services Department providing nursing care to patients. Provides nursing care within the RN scope of practice. Assists providers with evaluation, health screenings, treatment plans, referrals, education, emotional support and preventative care. Ensure positive patient care outcomes are achieved. Works with other members of the healthcare team, family and/or caretakers to provide compassionate care to the patient. Works collaboratively within the Division of Student Affairs to support students holistic wellbeing.

• Provides patient care within the RN scope of practice including triage, patient history, assessment, lab testing, patient education and plan of care based on RN scope of practice, practice guidelines and clinical protocols.
• Performs nursing procedures including but not limited to vital signs, first aid/wound care, lab specimen collection and processing, medication injections, immunizations, tuberculin skin testing, IVs, EKGs and procedural assistance.
• Maintains medication and clinical supplies stock in accordance with pharmacy, lab and state health regulations. Maintain adequate stock of clinical supplies in exam rooms. Store, document and communicate needs for pharmacy and lab items to area supervisor in accordance with clinic procedures and State Health Regulations. Clean and sterilize instruments using autoclave in accordance with clinical procedures and maintain instruments.
• Assist with individual follow-up, care coordination, medication refills, and other patient needs. Support Health Services' response to campus medical incidents and infectious disease outbreaks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: An associate's degree in nursing with 3 or more years of job-related experience is required. A successful background check is required. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials: Current Registered Nurse licensure by the South Carolina Board of Nursing. BLS CPR Certification. Preferred Qualifications: Hospital experience, Triage, Phlebotomy, IVs, Injections. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of the principles, practices, theories, and techniques of nursing/ health care. Knowledge of current trends in continuing quality improvement. Possess clinical skills necessary to treat patients of all ages. Ability to think analytically and problem solve. Ability to work in a team situation. Skills in planning and organization. Ability to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled: Yes

Discrimination Policy

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.