*Student Health Services Nurse

Merced College; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

Merced College's Student Health Services seeks a licensed registered nurse to provide on-campus health screening, referrals, and education, supporting student wellness and safety.

The role collaborates with local public health partners, develops health programs, and maintains confidential student health records; requires California Public Health Nurse Certificate and CPR, with a salary range of $88,416 to $111,874 annually.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a registered nurse with public health background is required.
• Two or more years of applicable nursing experience is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing is desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide health screening and referral services to students.
• Promote health education and wellness programs on campus.
• Maintain confidential health records in compliance with laws.
• Collaborate with community partners and campus departments to support student health and safety.

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Certified Registered Nurse

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Equivalent education and experience

Job description

*Student Health Services Nurse

Salary: $88,416.00 - $111,874.00 Annually

Job Type: Classified Full Time

Job Number: 20260930

Closing: 10/14/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Location: Merced College, CA

Are you passionate about student health and wellness? Join Merced College's dynamic Student Health Services team and make a real difference in students' lives! We're seeking a dedicated health professional to provide vital health services, educate our diverse campus community, and champion student well-being. In this rewarding role, you'll have the opportunity to shape health initiatives, collaborate with community partners, and foster a culture of wellness on campus. If you're a licensed registered nurse with a public health background and a desire to positively impact the college experience, we want to hear from you!

As you consider this opportunity, know that Merced College is more than a community college - we are a catalyst for transformation, redefining higher education and setting new standards for excellence. Serving nearly 20,000 students each year, we are proud to be a leading center of learning and opportunity in California's Central Valley.

Founded in 1962, Merced College blends a strong tradition of academic excellence with forward-thinking innovation to create an inclusive and engaging environment for students and employees alike. Committed to the well-being, growth, and professional success of our team, we foster collaboration and a supportive culture where every employee is empowered to make a difference. Located in the heart of California's Central Valley, the City of Merced offers a welcoming community of more than 90,000 residents, with easy access to the Bay Area, Sacramento, and Yosemite National Park.

If you are passionate about innovation, equity, and student success, we invite you to join the Merced College team.

Merced College Mission

At Merced College, students are our focus, and we are known by their success. We transform lives through education and workforce development.

Merced College Vision

• Degree/Certificate Programs
• Transfer
• Career Technical Education
• Workforce Training
• Lifelong Learning
• Basic Skills
• Community Engagement

Merced College promotes student success through equitable access, continuous quality improvement, and institutional effectiveness, all with a focus on student achievement.

Salary Schedule

Classified Exempt Range 3

40 hours/week

12 months/year

This is a categorically funded assignment contingent upon year-to-year funding

General Description

This is an exempt position. The incumbent will, under the supervision of the assigned Administrator/Manager of Student Services, provides health screening and referral services, health promotion and health education services to students.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions

• Maintain individual licensure and professional certifications while providing direct clinical services within scope of practice
• Assess and respond to individuals experiencing a medical or mental health emergency on campus, when available
• Ensure that departmental licensures and certifications are renewed annually and as needed
• Assists in the development and review of departmental protocols.
• Train new staff regarding SHS roles, policies & processes
• Communicate with campus community via a variety of formats, including, but not limited to: electronic, social media, e-mail, website, written, tabling, and presentations in order to promote activities and workshops
• Serve as liaison between MC and various community agencies, including Merced County Department of Public Health, in order to provide relevant health and wellness resources and information to the student population
• Represent Student Health Services and advocate for students on various health and safety related committees
• Collaborate with other departments in developing, maintaining, and distributing information to support compliance with various laws, codes and regulations
• Maintain health records in a secure, confidential manner, in compliance with applicable laws
• Participate in writing annual departmental Program Review
• Performs related duties as assigned

Typical Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education/Training/Experience

• Associate's degree in Nursing
• Certified Registered Nurse plus at least two (2) years of applicable experience

OR

• the equivalent education and experience

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing.

License or Certificate

• California Public Health Nurse Certificate
• Current CPR certification

PHYSICAL DEMAND AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment

Work is performed primarily in an office environment with some travel to different sites; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.

Physical

• Hear and understand speech at normal levels
• Communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation
• Read printed matter and computer screens
• Stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
• Bend and twist, stoop, kneel, crawl, push, pull
• Reach in all directions
• Work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations
• Operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard

Vision

See in the normal visual range with or without correction

Hearing

Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction

Supplemental Information

Employee Benefits

Health benefits for the employee and all their eligible dependents cost employee's only $12 per month and provide access to PPO medical coverage, PPO dental coverage, VSP Vision coverage, and more! Please visit Merced College Benefits Website for more details about our incredible employee benefits. In addition, sick leave and retirement benefits are also provided.

Condition of Employment

The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at his/her own expense prior to the start of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. An applicant must be able to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees.

Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer