PER DIEM REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL NURSE

About Hofstra:

Hofstra University is a nationally ranked and recognized private university in Hempstead, N.Y. that is the only school to ever host three consecutive presidential debates (2008, 2012 and 2016). At Hofstra, students get the best of both worlds. Our campus is a leafy oasis just a quick train ride away from New York City and all its cultural, recreational and professional opportunities. We offer small classes and personal attention, with the resources, technology and facilities of a large university. Students can choose from more than 160 undergraduate program options and 165 graduate program options in the liberal arts and sciences, education, health professions and human services, the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Hofstra University is a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students from around the world who are dedicated to civic engagement, academic excellence and becoming leaders in their communities and their careers.

Description:

Hofstra University is seeking a per diem, as needed, Registered Professional Nurse for the Hofstra University Student Health Services. The registered professional nurse will provide nursing care that is not limited to but includes: performing routine medical office procedures and testing, administration of medications, patient triage, teaching, referral and follow up care to a diverse student population, as well as support the patient flow for the advanced practitioner patient visits, arranging and monitoring the visit flow of the patient chart. Perform other duties as required.

Hours: Part-time, per diem, providing coverage during the academic year, September - May, as determined by the needs of the department.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, with a graduate level degree (MSN) or undergraduate degree (BSN) in Nursing. An active, current New York State license. A minimum of two years of experience as an RN, with at least one year in an ambulatory care setting, and with a strong interest in young adult clinical health services. CPR certification. Candidate will have good communication skills, and work together with members of the health care team. Candidate must have a passion for and experience with working students, families, and colleagues of diverse backgrounds. Candidate will independently perform assigned duties and responsibilities. Candidate will demonstrate patient advocacy, assuring patients’ rights to privacy, safety, and confidentiality. Candidate will act as a role model for students.

Application Instructions:

Please send a resume, cover letter and three references (including student) to: (SHACC@hofstra.edu attn.: Teresa Bertozzi, FNP

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.