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About Us
Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.
Location
Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 209.
Job Summary
The Professional Immersions in Nursing (PIN) Student Outreach Worker supports the Title III-funded Professional Immersions in Nursing (PIN) Program by promoting nursing career awareness, health education, and community engagement. Student workers will participate in nursing skill-building activities, faculty-led simulations, mentorship experiences, and health promotion initiatives while serving as ambassadors for the Department of Nursing. The position provides students with opportunities to strengthen leadership, communication, clinical, and professional skills while encouraging elementary, middle, and high school students to pursue careers in nursing.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Responsibilities
Student outreach workers will complete nurse-skill building activities through simulations and workshops, mentorship activities, and high-impact community outreach in local elementary and secondary schools Student outreach workers will prepare and utilize education tools (i.e., posters, handouts, health education games, etc.), as applicable. The following duties are representative but are not intended to be all-inclusive:

• Participate in nursing skills workshops, simulation activities, and professional development training.
• Assist faculty with planning, organizing, and implementing PIN Program activities.
• Serve as a positive role model and ambassador for Albany State University and the Department of Nursing.
• Participate in mentoring activities with elementary, middle, and high school students.
• Deliver age-appropriate health education presentations under faculty supervision.
• Assist with community outreach events, health fairs, school visits, and campus recruitment activities.
• Develop, organize, and distribute educational materials, including posters, brochures, handouts, displays, and interactive learning activities.
• Facilitate educational games and STEM activities designed to promote health awareness and nursing careers.
• Assist with event setup, registration, participant engagement, and breakdown.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and appropriate conduct while representing the university.
• Collect participant attendance and evaluation data as assigned.
• Complete required training and attend scheduled meetings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the goals of the PIN Program.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of employment.
• Currently enrolled as an Albany State University student.
• Major in Pre-Nursing, Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN), or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.90.
• Eligible for student employment.
• You must provide your original Social Security card to Human Resources for employment verification. (Do not submit your Social Security number or card with the application.)
• Must be available to work approximately 6¿9 hours per week.
• Must be available to participate in required community outreach events, which may include evenings or weekends.
• Ability to travel locally to community outreach sites.
• Frequent standing, walking, and speaking during educational and outreach activities.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of educational materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to travel locally to participating schools and community sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous volunteer work experience in healthcare, education, mentoring, tutoring, or community service.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
• Previous experience working with children or adolescents.
• Demonstrated leadership through student organizations or campus involvement.
• Experience presenting information to groups or participating in health promotion activities.

Required Documents to Attach

• Cover letter.
• Resume.
• Unofficial transcripts.
• A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Basic knowledge of nursing principles and healthcare concepts appropriate to the current educational level.
• Knowledge of health promotion and disease prevention concepts.
• Knowledge of professional standards and ethical behavior.
• Knowledge of customer service and community engagement principles.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and email.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Public speaking and presentation skills.
• Organization and time management skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to create educational displays and learning materials.
• Basic computer and technology skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations, including children, adolescents, parents, educators, and community members.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to organize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to represent Albany State University in a professional manner.
• Ability to learn and apply new nursing and health education concepts.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during outreach events and assist with transporting educational materials and supplies.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for promoting nursing as a profession.
• Maintains a positive attitude and professional appearance.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Commitment to serving diverse communities.
• Willingness to complete all required Title III and University training.
• Successful completion of all required background and employment verification processes, if applicable.

Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Recourses at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at sscsupport@ssc.usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 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
Excellence
We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.
Respect
We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.
Community
We strive to build community and value a good mindset.
Teamwork
We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.
Learning
We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.
Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:
* a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
* a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
* a successful pre-employment drug test
Equal Employment Opportunity
Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.