Registered Nurse (Registered Nurse I), Student Health Center

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of a physician, clinic coordinator, or RN III, and general oversight of the Executive Director, the Registered Nurse I provides standard nursing care, including monitoring and reporting patient conditions, supporting health education, and overseeing clinic support staff within their scope. Duties may also include assisting with policy development, serving on committees, and occasionally working at the Palm Desert Campus.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Provide telephone and walk-in triage using established protocols to assess patient symptoms and determine care.
• Escalate scheduling issues, follow standing orders, and administer first aid for minor injuries to students, staff, faculty, and visitors.
• Communicate normal lab results with provider approval; schedule follow-up appointments for abnormal results.
• Conduct hemoglobin testing and patient assessments under standing orders, including pregnancy counseling and referrals.
• Support Student Health Center initiatives addressing student needs such as homelessness, lack of insurance, and food insecurity.
• Contact patients regarding referrals, prescriptions, and follow-up appointments.
• Prepare patients and assist providers during exams, procedures, and telehealth visits.
• Perform routine and CLIA-waived lab tests; prepare and process lab samples.
• Administer immunizations, medications, TB/skin tests, and EKGs per protocol.
• Provide patient education on topics such as STIs, contraception, and hypertension.
• Monitor lab results, update records, and coordinate with front office on registration holds.
• Complete prior authorizations for psychiatric medications and communicate status to patients/pharmacies.
• Support clinic operations, including schedule adjustments and requisitions for labs/X-rays.
• Contribute to Quality Improvement Studies, Emergency Preparedness, Infection Prevention and Accreditation efforts.
• Participates in the clinic and staff trainings, conferences and other presentations when appropriate.
• Participates in continuing education activities to keep current on pertinent topics as well as to complete ongoing licensure requirements.
• Participates in Student Health Center activities such as health fairs, immunization clinics and student orientations when assigned.
• Monitors follow up pap smears to ensure patients are returning for their yearly appointments.
• Monitors chlamydia and gonorrhea follow ups to ensure patients are returning for follow up appointments.
• Completes all department and university required trainings as assigned.
• Performs other related duties supporting the SHC operations.
• Participates in division and University committees and initiatives as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a professional nursing program in an approved school of nursing or by additional preparation as approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
• Must possess and maintain a valid license as a Registered Nurse in the State of California
• Must possess and maintain certification in CPR/AED

Required Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of professional nursing principles, methods and procedures; anatomy and physiology applicable to assigned duties; medical supplies and equipment used in nursing practice; and the uses and effects of medications and narcotics. Working knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to registered nursing and the scope of practice limitations of clinic support staff.
• Ability to effectively apply nursing knowledge and demonstrate proper techniques and skills in performing nursing duties; accurately observe and record symptoms, behaviors, and reactions to treatments in order to make a nursing diagnosis; respond with therapy to treatment reactions; use applicable health center automated systems to perform duties and maintain records and prepare reports; gain the cooperation of patients; analyze emergency situations and take prompt action; maintain patient confidentiality and privacy in compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations; maintain effective working relationships with practitioners and other health center support staff; and be sensitive to and communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years post-graduate RN experience in student healthcare
• Thorough knowledge of general methods, procedures, and practices of an outpatient medical facility
• Working knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to registered nursing and the scope of practice limitations of clinic support staff
• Thorough knowledge of medical supplies and equipment used in nursing practice; and the uses and effects of medications and narcotics
• Thorough knowledge of professional nursing principles
• Working knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• Working knowledge of software applications used in the Health Center
• Ability to effectively apply nursing knowledge and demonstrate proper techniques and skills in performing nursing duties
• Ability to perform accurately in a detail-oriented environment
• Ability to effectively apply specialized nursing skills
• Ability to accurately observe and record symptoms, behaviors, and reactions to treatments in order to make a nursing diagnosis
• Ability to handle multiple work priorities, organize, and plan work and projects
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive communications with employees and external agencies

License/Certifications:

• • Must possess and maintain a valid license with California Board of Registered Nursing.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid license as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
  • Must possess and maintain certification in CPR/AED.

Compensation and Benefits:

Anticipated Hiring Range: $4,878 - $5,122 per month

Classification Salary Range: $4,497 - $8,679 per month

The salary offered will take into account internal equity and experience among other factors.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here .

Position Information:

Work status: Full-time/Exempt/ Probationary

Academic year schedule: Monday through Friday (8:00 am - 5:00 pm), some evenings/weekends.

Summer schedule: Monday through Thursday (7:00 am - 5:30 pm), some evenings/weekends.

Working schedule: TBA, however will not exceed more than 30 hours a week.

This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The scope of responsibilities for this position includes making or participating in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the individual holding this position is required to file an initial Conflict of Interest: Statement of Economic Interests ("Form 700") within thirty (30 days) from the date of hire and on an annual basis. In addition, the individual holding this position must complete the required conflict of interest training within thirty (30) days of their appointment and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years following the appointment, subject to the Fair Political Practices Commission regulations.

Applications reviewed starting September 11, 2025; open until filled.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

California State University, San Bernardino is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

Conditions of Employment

Background Check

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Drivers License Check

Possession of a valid Driver's License is required. Employees in this position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects driving record.

Mandated Reporter

The person holding this position is considered a `mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Campus Security Authority

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Cleary Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.

I-9

CSUSB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. See Form I-9 Acceptable Documents at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .

Statement of Commitment to Diversity

In our commitment to the furthering of knowledge and fulfilling our educational mission, California State University, San Bernardino seeks a campus climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the entire variety of human experience. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and we seek to include knowledge and values from many cultures in the curriculum and extra-curricular life of the campus community. We will create, promote, and maintain activities and programs that further our understanding of individual and group diversity. We will also develop and communicate policies and promote values that discourage intolerance and discrimination.

California State University, San Bernardino is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and administer all personnel actions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, caste, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence, including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096) For more information about Diversity & Inclusion at CSUSB, please visit https://www.csusb.edu/human-resources/diversity-inclusion

Closing Statement:

Reasonable Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact CSUSB Benefits at benefits@csusb.edu

Smoking

CSUSB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. See policy at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/6591951/latest/ .

Clery Act

In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal State San Bernardino Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at: https://www.csusb.edu/clery-act

Advertised: Aug 28 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
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• California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB)

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