Registered Nurse

Job Title Registered Nurse Position Purpose To assess, plan, organize, provide, and evaluate inpatient and outpatient care to ill or injured students at the college health service. Schedule Full‑time 32–40 hrs/week. Schedules include 7:00 am–3:00 pm, 3:00 pm–11:00 pm, and 11:00 pm–7:00 am. Must be available to work every other weekend. Location Hanover, NH – 7 Rope Ferry Road. Worksite Onsite only (no remote work). Primary Duties Develop nursing care plans and provide individualized nursing care to inpatients. Apply knowledge of adolescent and young adult growth and development in treatment of students. Monitor and assess patient conditions and report significant changes. Interpret, record, and implement physicians’ orders. After‑Hours Care Conduct physical and mental health assessments, triage, and treatment of ill and injured students presenting for after‑hours care. Provide first aid and emergency care as appropriate. Make nursing judgments and decisions, responsibly document patient care. Transmit assessments to physician on call when necessary. Recordkeeping and Education Maintain accurate and legally viable nursing records, including controlled substances documentation. Assess patient knowledge of preventive health care and provide health education. Participate in teaching of nursing personnel, medical students, and professional trainees. Communicate and coordinate care with the Dean of Students, Safety & Security, and Dartmouth‑Hitchcock Medical Center. Communicate respectfully with a diverse student community, fostering inclusiveness and diversity. Demonstrate professionalism and collegiality. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or equivalent combination of education and experience. Clinical Experience: Minimum of two years nursing experience, including physical assessment and triage. Licensure & Certifications: Current registration with the New Hampshire Board of Nursing, CPR and AED certification, venipuncture and phlebotomy skills. Skills: Knowledge of adolescent and young adult development; good communication and interpersonal skills; sound judgment; ability to make independent decisions; accurate implementation of physician orders; ability to make medical and health assessments and apply nursing practices and processes. Preferred: Experience in college health, community health, or psychiatric nursing; BSN or BS in a related field. Employment Conditions Employment is contingent upon a successful pre‑employment background check including criminal background, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of required licenses and certifications. Driving is not an essential function of this job. Equal Opportunity Statement Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all. #J-18808-Ljbffr