Triage Nurse

Introduction Babson College is a world-class business school, empowering entrepreneurial leaders to create great economic & social value. It's an exciting launch pad for anyone who wants to make a real impact in higher education. We provide everything you need to achieve your goals, including learning opportunities, outstanding benefits, rich rewards, wellness programs, & a genuine dedication to creating a diverse, multicultural & inclusive community. Overview The Triage Nurse is an integral part of the team primarily responsible for managing compliance of state and college health requirements; administering immunizations and other injectables; triaging students on the phone and in person; assisting clinical staff with prescription refills, phlebotomy, laboratory results, and other nursing procedures; managing student travel health services; participating in health outreach activities; creating digital and printed materials for students and staff; and assisting with front desk coverage when needed. Health Services is part of the Student Success Portfolio in the Division of Learner Success and Campus Life, which also includes Accessibility Services, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), Student Advising & Success, Wellness & Prevention Services, the Peers On Wellness (POW) peer health education program, and the Campus Assessment, Response, & Evaluation (CARE) Team. About Babson Student Success: Taking an integrative, synergetic, student-centered approach to developing entrepreneurial leaders by providing a seamless and supportive living-learning environment that prioritizes self-advocacy, health, and well-being as central to academic, personal, and professional success. This is an exempt position with the following pay range: $88,535 - $98,372; the role is also eligible for bonuses based on performance and budget. Babson College offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees working at least 28 hours per week. Insurance Coverage : Medical, dental, vision, group life and long-term disability insurance, business travel accident insurance, and mental health benefits. Time Off : Starting at 3 weeks of vacation annually, 2 weeks of sick time, 1 week of paid family illness time, 6 weeks of paid parental leave, and 12 paid holidays per year. President’s holidays are determined each year. Retirement : Participation in a 403(b) retirement plan with mandatory employee contributions and a 4:1 employer match. Additional Benefits : Wellbeing programs, virtual fitness platform, and employee assistance program. All questions or concerns about this posting should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. Responsibilities Manages immunization compliance for students in accordance with Massachusetts State Laws and Babson requirements. This includes corresponding with students about the immunization requirements; following up on missing immunizations; entering immunization data; and placing holds on student’s accounts who have not complied with the requirements. Performs phlebotomy, other specimen collection, point of care testing, suture removal, nebulizer treatments, and wound care. Communicates with the Graduate School, Olin College, and other campus partners regarding students’ immunization status. Administers immunizations and assists with ordering and maintaining immunization inventory. Communicates with Health & Wellness, Olin College, and the Graduate School on flu or other immunization clinics; plans and runs the clinics, which includes administering vaccines at events. Manages and promotes the student travel health program by effectively communicating and coordinating with various Babson and Olin College departments about travel health services for educational, philanthropic, and personal trips. Triages students calling and presenting to Health Services during the day without an appointment. Responsible for medication reconciliation and quality control of medical devices. Follows up with students who utilize off campus emergency services. Assists the Office Manager in processing medical record requests. Assumes additional responsibilities as required. As needed: Assists clinicians with prescription refills. Assists students with making appointments with area specialists. Reviews laboratory results and alerts providers to results needing urgent attention. Procures lab specimens, conducts point of care testing, and prepares samples for transport to the contracted lab as needed. Responsible for front desk coverage when the Office Manager is out of the office. Collaborates with other members of the Health & Wellness team on various outreach programs and prevention initiatives. Assumes additional responsibilities as required. Requirements WHAT EDUCATION AND SKILLS YOU WILL NEED Must be a Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing Program. A minimum of 3-5 years of previous work as a registered nurse. Must hold a current RN license in the State of Massachusetts and be CPR certified. Must have Hepatitis B vaccination and training in compliance with OSHA regulations; must maintain both throughout time in the position. Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Must have a passion for college health with knowledge of student development. Flexibility and the ability to multitask in a busy office setting is required. Must have knowledge of state immunization laws and experience with immunization administration, medical treatments, and medications for travel health. Must have experience with electronic medical records and scheduling. Ability to work with a diverse population. Ability to ensure confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations. Must have strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Outlook. Envisions and proposes new methods to perform tasks that support ET&A; takes thoughtful risks; and accepts new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results. Anticipates and embraces change ; demonstrates willingness to achieve, acquire, and utilize new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions. HOW AND WHERE YOU WILL WORK Must be able to sit, walk, and stand for prolonged periods of time. Occasionally requires the ability to assist a patient to stand or walk. Daily exposure to communicable diseases through direct contact and through handling of biological specimens will be minimized by strict adherence to OSHA regulations, office procedures and the use of personal protective equipment. Scheduled weekly hours are onsite 35 hours a week; shifts are Mondays – Thursdays between the hours of 10:30 am – 6:30 pm and Fridays from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm; summer and school break hours are 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Occasional availability outside of regular hours for scheduled events such as flu clinics and new student orientation sessions. This position is designatedas aCampus Security Authority(CSA),who by virtue of their College responsibilitiesand under the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, is an individualto which students and employees should report criminal offenses. ACSAshall forward all reports inaccordance with the College’s reporting structureso they may be assessed for timely warning, inclusion in the daily crime log and inclusion in annual statistical disclosures. ADDITIONAL SKILLS YOU MAY HAVE Health-related content creation using Canva. Experience with Medicat One electronic medical record system a plus. Travel health experience preferred. Knowledge of Massachusetts Immunization Information System (MIIS) a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr