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Department:  Health Services - 660

Position Summary:  Registered Nurse, Inpatient Service, Part-time

Princeton University Health Services is a fully accredited, comprehensive campus health center dedicated to providing the highest level of care and customer satisfaction. Health Services is seeking a registered nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care to students and their dependents on our 15 bed Inpatient Unit, and to walk-in clients on an outpatient basis. There is a physician on-call 24 hr for consultation and a nursing aide to provide assistance.

This is a Part time 60% 10 month position on the evening shift with hours from 2:45 pm to 11:15 pm and includes working alternating weekends. The Inpatient Service is open during the academic year from September to June.

The position requires 3-5 years general experience in a hospital setting, strong physical assessment skills, good judgment and decision making skills. Must be able to prioritize and manage diverse tasks. Current New Jersey licensure, CPR/AED certification, IV and phlebotomy skills required. Computer skills are essential. Emergency Department or College Health experience preferred.

It is an essential requirement of all health care personnel that they have the ability to work in an unbiased manner with a population diverse in its ethnicity, cultural background, and life-style preferences. Candidates for this position should have excellent clinical and interpersonal skills and be open and flexible in a changing workplace. We value professionalism, collaboration, and a work environment that fosters open communication, mutual respect, creativity, and appreciation for each person's contributions.

Princeton University is an equal opportunity affirmative action employee.

The selected candidate will be required to successfully pass a background check

Essential Requirements:
It is an essential requirement of all health care personnel to have the ability to work in an unbiased manner with a population diverse in its ethnicity, cultural background, and life-style preferences. The employee must have the ability
to work effectively with all levels of the organization and to deal with difficult situations. It is essential that the employee demonstrate a positive attitude toward and respect for patients and colleagues, and be understanding and appreciative of the contributions of others. The ultimate mission of Princeton University Health Services is to provide excellent service to patients and colleagues.

New Jersey license as a professional Registered Nurse.

3-5 years of nursing experience in a hospital or college health setting.

Current CPR/AED certification.

IV and phlebotomy skills.

Ability to perform detailed physical assessment and recognize normal and abnormal signs and symptoms.

Ability to dispense all treatment and medication prescribed in accordance with protocol.

Computer literate.

Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage diverse tasks through utilization of good judgment and independent thinking.

Ability to communicate effectively, excellent oral, written and listening skills.
- Ability to physically move and ambulate patients, move freelythroughout the Unit, and stand for periods of time.

Flexibility and dependability. Attendance is critical.

Job Function: Administrative or Professional

Grade: ADM 040

Standard Hours: Not Applicable

Eligible for Overtime: No

Education Required: Other-see essential qualifications

Essential Qualifications: