Registered Nurse I

CLEMU Clemson University; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care, education, and counseling for patients and students in a college health setting. The role includes coordinating services for patients and families and supervising program activities in specialized areas as needed.

The position requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, an active SC nursing license, and a commitment to professional development within higher education health services.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing is required.
• Active RN license or eligible for licensure in the state of South Carolina.
• Ability to document and coordinate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for visits, records vitals, history, and meds; assists with exams and procedures.
• Recognizes patient needs, advocates for patients, and educates patients and families.
• Maintains nursing competencies and stays current with college health practices.
• Administers prescribed medications and immunizations; ensures a safe patient environment.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Clinical nursing skills

Education

RN degree or diploma

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Provides direct nursing care, patient and student education and counseling, coordination of services for patients and their families, supervision of program activity in specialized areas or patient needs assessment.

JOB DUTIES

• 30% - Patient Preparation: Prepares patients for healthcare provider visits by taking patient's history, vital signs, current medications, allergies, and reasons for visit. Documents information in patient's record. Orders appropriate lab tests. Assists healthcare provider with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• 30% - Assessment and Advocacy: Recognizes signs and symptoms of physical and emotional illness. Functions as a patient advocate and provides patient education. Establishes and maintains confidence and cooperation of patients.
• 10% - Professional Development: Maintains individual nursing competencies and stays abreast of emerging trends in college health and higher education. Assumes responsibility of actions and judgments.
• 30% - Patient Care: Performs prescribed medication administration, monitoring, and treatment to patients. Administers immunizations required by Clemson University. Provides a safe environment.

JOB CODE

EA20

EMPLOYEE TYPE

Regular FTE Staff

Minimum Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.

RESPONSIBILITIES: JOB KNOWLEDGE

Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: 60%
• Extends hands or arms in any direction: 50%
• Recognize or inspect visually: 60%
• Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 90%
• Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): 25%
• Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: 60%
• Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 25%
• Stand for Prolonged Period: 75%
• Walk or move about: 75%

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mechanical hazards: 10% Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids): 80% Chemical hazards: 10%

WORK SCHEDULE

Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range $52,800.00 - $56,383.00 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Emergency Response - In the event of an emergency closure or modified operations, this position is required to respond in order to provide the University's initial response to the emergency situation, including the execution of mission essential functions. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on call.

JOB LOCATION

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE

October 2, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN

Military Equivalency: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process.

CLOSING STATEMENT

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.