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About Us
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.
Job Summary
The University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a Registered Nurse on the Oconee Campus. The Registered Nurse (RN) provides high-quality, student-centered clinical care in a university health setting. This role supports the physical and mental well-being of students by performing nursing assessments, providing treatment and preventive care, facilitating telehealth visits, coordinating services, delivering patient education, and promoting university Well-Being initiatives. The RN works collaboratively with Student Health Services healthcare providers, Well-Being staff, and other members of the campus community. Performs duties in accordance with established rules and regulations, standard practices, protocols, and procedure manuals under the direction of the MD and/or mid-level provider. Ability to recognize an emergency situation and initiate emergency care is essential. Knowledge of immunization requirements per the Board of Regents. This position serves the UNG Oconee campus, but must have flexibility to work occasionally on other UNG campuses when need, occasional weekends and/or travel to other campuses for special events as assigned. Computer and technology skills necessary for telehealth (software and hardware), electronic medical records, and UNG Banner system.
Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions.
As a public institution, the university's ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees.
If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at (706) 867-4470.
Responsibilities

• Perform triage and nursing assessment during in-person and/or telehealth visits. Function as the telehealth presenting site facilitator. Obtain health histories and document accurately in the electronic health record (EHR). Take vital signs, administer basic first aid, and recognize emergencies and initiate emergency care when needed. Perform phlebotomy and CLIA-waived laboratory tests and process lab specimens. Administer medications and treatments, including injections, wound care, nebulizer therapy, and other nurse-driven protocols as ordered. Collaborate and work as a team with colleagues on other campuses.
• Support daily clinic workflow, including intake, scheduling, processing immunizations, and other administrative duties.
• Facilitate referrals to community providers, specialists, or campus mental health services as appropriate. Coordinate follow-up care as directed by the healthcare providers.
• Participate in development and implementation of Well-Being activities, such as flu clinics and wellness outreach events. Offer patient education on illness management, self-care, and preventive health practices. Assist with campus Well-Being programming initiatives and serve on campus committees.
• Assist with clinical supply and vaccine inventory, ordering, and storage.
• Work directly with the Director/Assistant Director of SHS on special projects, including but not limited to, flu vaccine clinics, self-care stations/vending machines and telehealth initiatives.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation following FERPA, HIPAA-related practices, and university policies.
• Participate in quality-improvement initiatives, policy reviews, and creation/maintenance of required reports.
• Attend meetings as required. Assist with Nighthawk Previews, New Student Orientations, or other university-sponsored events as required. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of evidence-based practice and nursing trends.
• Computer skills
• Must have ability to network with area medical providers and facilities to enhance referrals when needed.
• Computer skills, reliable transportation.
• Familiarity with HIPPA and FERPA regulations and patient confidentiality.
• Organized, communicates well, interpersonal skills with students, faculty/staff and parents.

Required Qualifications

• Associates or bachelors degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program.
• Possess an unencumbered license as a registered nurse in the state of Georgia. AHA BLS / AED certified.
• One year of nursing experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in outpatient, urgent care, or school nurse setting is preferred.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Contact Information for Three Professional References

USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Institutional Values
The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
• This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.
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