Clinic Nurse

Clinic NurseThe Clinic Nurse's primary purpose is to support healthcare providers by delivering essential ambulatory nursing care while ensuring safe, efficient patient flow throughout the clinic. This includes providing direct clinical servicessuch as triage, immunizations, allergy treatments, wound care, and medication administrationand supporting preventive health initiatives like mass flu clinics. Additionally, the Clinic Nurse contributes to quality and safety efforts through participation in peer review, continuous quality improvement, risk management, and policy development, helping maintain high standards of student-centered care.Responsibilities:Clinical SkillsComplete annual competency review requirements;Maintain procedural and lab competencies;Deliver safe, efficient, and orderly flow of patients through the clinic;Accurately utilize the EMR and Nurse Order Monitor for documentation and clinic flow monitoring; andPerform phlebotomy and CLIA waived testing.TriageDeliver safe and effective triage to students arriving at or calling the clinic for acute appointments;Utilize approved protocols for triage and comply with documentation requirements as stated in the Triage Policy and Procedure; andManage patients per clinic policies and protocols to include ordering tests in collaboration with providers.Nursing InterventionsAccurately and safely administer immunizations and allergy immunotherapy;Verify, transcribe, and upload external immunization records;Provide patient education for self-injection therapy and other necessary topics; andParticipate in nurse-led STI clinics.Training and MentorshipParticipate as a preceptor for BSN students as assigned;Provide input and offer support as a mentor to future George Mason University Nurse graduates; andParticipate as a nurse preceptor to new hires.Departmental/Divisional DutiesServe on and contribute to one of the clinic committees that meet quarterly;Support divisional planning initiatives and other special projects as assigned;Actively participate in UL divisional meetings, initiatives, and in-person events to stay connected with divisional and institutional priorities, and to foster a cross-unit collaboration;Participate in professional development workshops and training sessions for staff across the division to promote continuous learning and skill enhancement;Stay informed about best practices, research, and emerging trends in higher education and student support services to ensure SHS remains innovative and responsive to the evolving needs of the student body; andPerform other related duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Associate's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience;Must be a graduate of an accredited diploma, Associate or Bachelor of Science degree in nursing program from an institute of higher education;Valid Virginia or multi-state RN license at time of hire;BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification;Experience typically obtained in 2+ years as an RN in a healthcare setting;Experience working in an ambulatory or acute care setting;Knowledge of adult ambulatory care practices;Knowledge of the unique needs of college students;Knowledge of adolescent and adult immunization requirements;Knowledge of Electronic Health Records;Ability to apply the elements of the Nursing process including assessment, developing nursing diagnosis, planning, implementing nursing interventions, and evaluating the nursing plan of care;Ability to perform treatments and procedures ordered by a healthcare provider;Ability to engage and communicate effectively with patients and healthcare providers;Ability to lift up to 50 pounds;Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends; andProficiency in all aspects of required clinical procedures and treatments.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience;Experience typically obtained in 2+ years working in an ambulatory or acute care setting;Knowledge of administering EKGs and nebulizer treatments;Knowledge of allergy immunotherapy;Ability to perform phlebotomy and IV initiation and monitoring; andAbility to apply triage skills.Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, applicants must apply for Clinic Nurse at jobs.gmu.edu. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review.Posting Open Date: September 21, 2026For Full Consideration, Apply by: October 5, 2026Open Until Filled: YesEach agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer