Registered Nurse II

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plans

Tuition fee waiver programs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

CSULB's Student Health Services seeks a Registered Nurse II to provide skilled nursing care and triage for students under supervision of the SHS Director of Operations and healthcare providers.

The position emphasizes equitable, inclusive, and culturally sensitive service; it is a temporary one-year appointment with 40 hours per week, 1.0 time-base, and the campus supports competitive CSU benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to one year of professional nursing experience required.
• Three years of experience preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Triages patients and collaborates with clinical staff.
• Performs routine and acute patient care and assists physicians.
• Conducts tests and treatments as ordered by healthcare providers.

Skills

Nursing skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred)

One year nursing experience (required)

Three years nursing experience (preferred)

Job description

Registered Nurse II

Job No: 563697

Work Type: Staff

Location: Southern California: Long Beach

Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 2 - CSUEU - Health Care Support, Appointment Type: Temporary, Time Basis: Full Time

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

Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern Californialifestyle. 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 academicand 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 coastalrelaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches,year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenientaccess to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It's an ideal placeto grow your career while enjoying everything Southern Californiahas to offer.

Join the California State University (CSU) and explore careeropportunities that advance student success and strengthenCalifornia'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 dutiesand provides triage services to students in a Student HealthCenter. Performs related work as required.

Furthermore, the incumbent provides services that are equitable,inclusive, and culturally sensitive to enhance the quality ofcampus life. This position uses a student centered and equityminded 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. Assessesemergencies or urgent problems and expedites treatment asnecessary. Responsible for performing other skilled nursing dutieswhich require specialized training, judgment and skill.
• Performs routine and acute patient care (including medicationabortion) and assists physicians, nurse practitioners andphysician's assistants. May spend a portion of time performingduties such as those performed by a Licensed Vocation Nurse (LVN)or Medical Assistant (MA).
• Conducts Snellen Eye Chart testing, and performselectrocardiogram, ear lavage, throat and nasal cultures,audiometric testing, irrigations and similar treatments. Givesoxygen therapy and other treatments such as nebulizeradministration, Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (PEFR) measurement, andspirometry.

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 SalaryRange for this position is $6,381 (Step #1) - $9,296 (Step #20) per month.

Benefits

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

To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed atleast half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than sixmonths and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may varybased on appointment type, classification, and applicablecollective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have accessto 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 CalPERSdefined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
• Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiverprograms for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies byemployee group and bargaining unit.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):Confidential counseling and support services for employees andtheir families.
• Additional Benefits: Wellness programs,professional development opportunities, and insurance optionsincluding life, disability, and pet insurance.

Candidates are encouraged to review the applicable CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details specific to theirposition. Additionally, the CSU Total Compensation Calculator is available to help prospective employees understand the full value of the CSU benefitspackage and how it complements base salary.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The ideal candidate will have the ability to relate well to others/excellent communication skills, including oral communicationskills to communicate diplomatically and effectively withco-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 within the past12 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 Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.

Accommodations

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Out of State Employment Policy

California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.