Registered Nurse I - Triage

CLEMU Clemson University; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant nearby

Job summary

Clemson University in Clemson, SC seeks a Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing assessments, patient education, and care in a clinic setting. The role collaborates with the healthcare team, assists providers with examinations, and supports wellness through preventive activities.

Minimum requirements include graduation from an accredited nursing program and ability to work under Nursing Standing Orders.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Ability to perform nursing assessments and patient education.
• Experience following nursing standing orders and collaborating with healthcare teams.

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.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient education

Clinical documentation

Immunizations

Patient advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Provides direct nursing assessment care and patient education in a clinic setting Collaborates with members of the healthcare team and discusses patients progress and needs Assists healthcare provider with examinations and treatments Maintains high level of concentration works under pressure and meets deadlines Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES

• 70% - Assessment and Advocacy: Utilizes the nursing process to screen, assess, and provide patient care in a nurse triage clinic. Recognizes signs and symptoms of physical and emotional illness. Orders lab tests and initiates treatments consistent with clinical guidelines and standing orders. Treats patients for minor injuries and illnesses. Functions as the terminal provider as dictated by Nursing Standing Orders. Functions as a patient advocate and provides patient education. Promotes wellness through activities directed towards prevention and risk reduction. Establishes and maintains confidence and cooperation of patients.
• 10% - 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. Assists healthcare provider with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• 10% - Patient Care: Performs prescribed medication administration, monitoring, and treatment to patients. Administers immunizations required by Clemson University. Provides a safe environment.
• 10% - Professional Development: Maintains individual nursing competencies and stays abreast of emerging trends in college health and higher education. Assumes responsibility for actions and judgments.

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

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

WORKING CONDITIONS

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

WORK SCHEDULE

Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range 52800 - 63240. 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

September 8, 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.