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Who we are
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Why Rensselaer? Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world.
With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and a consistent, daytime schedule.
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Job Summary
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The Registered Nurse will facilitate the organization and operation of the outpatient program at the Student Health Center to include initial contact, obtaining vital signs and coordinating patient flow. The Registered Nurse uses nursing skills to conduct health and behavioral assessments, make referrals, and advise students in a developmentally appropriate manner.
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Minimum Qualifications
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- Associates Degree in Nursing from an accredited program
- New York State licensed RN
- Three (3) years experience in an emergency medicine, ambulatory care, family practice or other busy outpatient setting is required
- Experience with young adults/adolescents is required.
- BLS certified
Applicants must meet stated minimum education and experience requirements.
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Preferred Qualifications
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- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
- Experience in a college health setting is desirable
- Experience providing care to culturally diverse populations
- Fluency in Mandarin is helpful, though not required
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Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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- Strong clinical nursing skills, including patient assessments and interventions
- Knowledge of nursing care principles, procedures, and the impact of culture on health care provision
- Ability to provide patient education
- Ability to communicate clearly and calmly with patients
- Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary team members
- Ability to work under periods of intense stress and fluctuations in workload
- Strong critical thinking and multitasking skills
- Ability to respond quickly and calmly in emergency situations such as calling 911 and arranging for ambulance
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion
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Shift
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Business Hours: Monday - Friday
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Travel
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No travel |
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Driving
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No Driving
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Starting Salary/Rate
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Expected hiring range: $75,000 - $85,000
Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.
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Application instructions
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Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.
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Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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Total Compensation and Benefits Information
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Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).
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Rensselaer is committed to the cultivation of a community that is welcoming, inclusive, and above all values learning. We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.
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