Registered Nurse II

CSULB; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plans

Educational Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness programs

Job summary

CSULB is seeking a Registered Nurse II to join the Student Health Services team in Long Beach. The role provides triage services to students and delivers skilled nursing care under supervision of a physician, NP, or PA.

You will contribute to equitable and culturally sensitive care, working in a student-centered environment with a focus on collaboration and professional growth. CSULB emphasizes work-life balance and community impact.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to one year of professional nursing experience required.
• Three years of experience preferred.
• Possession of valid license as a Registered Nurse in the State of California required.
• Possess and maintain valid CPR/AED certification required.

Responsibilities

• Triages patients with thorough assessment and collaborates with clinical staff regarding patient care.
• Performs routine and acute patient care and assists physicians, nurse practitioners and physician’s assistants; may perform LVN/MA duties.
• Conducts Snellen Eye Chart testing, ECG, ear lavage, throat and nasal cultures, audiometric testing, irrigations and related treatments.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Communication skills

Triage skills

Equity minded approach

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred

Job description

Job no: 563697

Work type: Staff

Location: Long Beach

Categories: Unit 2 - CSUEU - Health Care Support, Temporary, Full Time

Join the vibrant community at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)!

Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus—one of the largest in the CSU system—serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic and research initiatives.

As a member of the CSULB community, you’ll experience a dynamic environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference.

Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches, year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It’s an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California has to offer.

Join the California State University (CSU) and explore career opportunities that advance student success and strengthen California’s future—offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth.

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the SHS Director of Operations, and according to established protocol or direction of a physician, physician assistant or nurse practitioner, the Registered Nurse II (RN) performs a variety of skilled and professional nursing duties and provides triage services to students in a Student Health Center. Performs related work as required.

Furthermore, the incumbent provides services that are equitable, inclusive, and culturally sensitive to enhance the quality of campus life. This position uses a student centered and equity minded approach in all communication and service efforts.

CSULB has been recognized as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs in 2024 and 2025.

Key Responsibilities

• Triages patients using thorough assessment skills and collaborates with clinical staff regarding patient care. Assesses emergencies or urgent problems and expedites treatment as necessary. Responsible for performing other skilled nursing duties which require specialized training, judgment and skill.
• Performs routine and acute patient care (including medication abortion) and assists physicians, nurse practitioners and physician’s assistants. May spend a portion of time performing duties such as those performed by a Licensed Vocation Nurse (LVN) or Medical Assistant (MA).
• Conducts Snellen Eye Chart testing, and performs electrocardiogram, ear lavage, throat and nasal cultures, audiometric testing, irrigations and similar treatments. Gives oxygen therapy and other treatments such as nebulizer administration, Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (PEFR) measurement, and spirometry.

Department

Student Health Services

Time Base

1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.

Duration of Appointment

This is a temporary position for one year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

Classification

Registered Nurse II

Compensation

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.

• Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $6,381 (Step #1) - $7,626 (Step #10) per month commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.
• CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $6,381 (Step #1) - $9,296 (Step #20) per month.

At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health, growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects our commitment to your overall well-being.

To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on appointment type, classification, and applicable collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package that can include:

• Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
• Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
• Additional Benefits: Wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to relate well to others/excellent communication skills, including oral communication skills to communicate diplomatically and effectively with co-workers, staff and departmental staff, the ability to work as part of a team through close collaboration with colleagues and coordinate with others, will be capable of establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships and maintain a positive and respectful attitude, and the ability to work effectively and productively as part of a team. The ideal candidate will also have the ability to consistently report to work on time prepared to perform the duties of the position, consistently be present at job/work, have experience in Nursing leadership; staff training preferred, and familiarity with Infection Control APIC Guidelines preferred. The position may involve transferring of patients from one location to another, such as wheelchair to exam bed and vice versa, pushing/pulling wheelchair occupied with patients, walking, standing, and squatting or kneeling when providing direct/indirect patient care.

Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."

Education and Experience

Equivalent to one year of professional nursing experience required. Three years of experience preferred.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.

Licenses / Certificates

Possession of valid license as a Registered Nurse in the State of California required.

Possess and maintain valid CPR/AED certification required.

Physical Summary

Medium work - Job involves lifting heavy weight objects (20-40 pounds) and/or 20% - 40% of the job involves standing, squatting, kneeling, or walking. May require pushing or pulling objects within the weight limits.

Additional Information

CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past 12 months.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

Equal Employment Statement

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondis