Registered Nurse I

Job Title Registered Nurse I Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Health Services Proposed Minimum Salary $4,389.18 monthly Job Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description The Registered Nurse I, under general supervision, provides direct patient care, patient evaluations, and treatment in accordance with Professional Nursing Standards. This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. Responsibilities: * Perform routine nursing procedures & techniques. Observe and screen patients, monitor vital signs, perform therapeutic measures, and report patients' conditions to physician. Refer patients to the physician and schedule appointments as appropriate. * Provide phlebotomy services and assist with the distribution of patient medicine as required. Provide support for a CLIA-waived laboratory as needed. * Assist in maintaining and updating patient health records to record and report as required by agency, law, or policy, such as the Department of State Health Services. Assist in maintaining clinic supplies, equipment, and devices. * Provide patient and community health education in patient visits, trainings, workshops, health fairs, etc. Represent the department on university, community and professional committees. * Other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience: * Must be licensed by the State of Texas as a Registered Nurse. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * 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. Interpersonal and organizational skills. * Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality. * Ability to use and manage an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system. Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses: * Licensed RN and CPR certified. Job Posting Close Date: * 09/30/2024 Required Attachments: Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box.  Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional. * Resume or Curriculum Vitae * Cover Letter Application Submission Guidelines: All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site. The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at or should you need assistance with the online application process. Background Check Requirements: . All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.