Special Program Aid (RN III)

Texas A&M University System; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University in Laredo, TX, seeks a Special Program Aid (RN III) to provide direct patient care, evaluations, and treatment under supervision. The role supports clinic operations, inventory, medications, and equipment, and delivers preventive education to students and campus groups.

The position requires an RN license, CPR, an Associate degree in Nursing or equivalent, and four years of related experience. HIPPA training is required as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nursing or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, patient evaluations, and treatment per Nursing Standards.
• Provides preventative education programs to students and campus groups.
• Uses health care team approach for triage, assessments, and treatments, including medications.
• Operates and maintains clinic inventory, medications, and equipment.
• Maintains and operates the autoclave for sterilization of instruments and supplies.
• Maintains patient records, assesses health care needs, and provides patient education.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Confidentiality

EMR system

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Title

Special Program Aid (RN III)

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

Student Health Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

$35.00 hourly

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

Job Summary

The Special Program Aid (RN III), under general supervision, provides patient care, evaluations, and treatment. Responsible for the operation and maintenance, which includes inventory and requisition of medical supplies, medications, and equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, patient evaluations, and treatment in accordance with Professional Nursing Standards.
• Provides preventative education programs to students, such as residence life programs and student organization programs.
• Uses the health care team approach to provide triage of patients, physical assessments, and treatments, including the administration of medication and therapy as directed.
• Operates and maintains the clinic, which includes maintaining inventory and requisition of medical supplies, medications, and equipment.
• Maintains and operates the autoclave for sterilization of instruments/supplies.
• Maintains and monitors patient records, assesses health care needs, and provides patient education.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Education : Associate degree in Nursing or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience : Four years of related experience.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications. Knowledge of standard nursing procedures and techniques.

Ability to:

• Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to use and manage an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.

Licensing / Professional Certification

Licensed RN and CPR certified

Physical Requirements – General office environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Requirements

• This position is temporary, as needed.
• Position requires face-to-face interactions on campus.
• Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
• Position might require a flexible schedule to work evening and/or weekend hours when necessary (i.e. during university events).
• This is a security-sensitive position. The individual in this position is required to handle Protected Health Information (PHI) as defined by HIPPA regulations. The individual is required to handle PHI in accordance with A&M System policy and is further required to complete HIPPA training as a condition of employment, within a reasonable timeframe after the individual’s employment, and on an as-needed basis thereafter.

*Compensation is commensurate with education and experience.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.