UMass Amherst
Location
Amherst, New York
The Clinical Registered Nurse is responsible for the triage, assessment, and general care of patients using University Health Services. This includes administering treatments and medications as ordered by providers and maintaining precise health records.
Requires a BSN with 3 years of experience or an Associate's degree with 5 years of experience, plus a current Massachusetts nursing license. Candidates must be CPR certified and capable of lifting and transferring patients.
Title: Clinical Registered Nurse
Executive Area: Administration and Finance
College/School/MBU: Direct Medical Care
Department: Nursing Services
Work Location: Amherst
Schedule: Full time
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Under the general direction of the Clinical Nurse Manager, in collaboration with other health care providers, the Clinical Registered Nurse is responsible for the triage, assessment and patient care of illness, injury and general health concerns for all patients using University Health Services (UHS). Nursing services are provided during regular clinic hours which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Responsible for age appropriate nursing care through the nursing process. Determines the severity of the patient's problem based upon data collection and patient history and identifies the routine, urgent or emergent nature involved. This is accomplished by telephone interaction with the patient or in person (walk-in patients).
Provides nursing care, treatment, medications, and patient care plans as ordered by the provider (MD/NP/PA). Accurately and appropriately communicates and documents patient response to care and change in patient condition.
Acquires and maintains current knowledge in nursing practice, including a working knowledge of emergency procedures, equipment and supplies. Keeps precise problem oriented health records. Considers factors relating to safety, effectiveness and cost in planning and delivering patient care. Uses Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
Adheres to policies and procedures of UHS. Participates in regularly scheduled nursing meetings, committees and task forces. Participates in programs of quality improvement, peer review, and continuing education. Participates in RN Clinical rotation and provides coverage for allergy/travel RN, as needed.
Responsible for patient education such as prevention, healthy lifestyle promotion, age appropriate health concerns and appropriate use and access of medical services.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Participates in programs of quality improvement, peer review, and continuing education.
Participates In RN Clinical rotation and provides coverage for allergy/travel RN, as needed.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited BSN degree program and 3 years progressively responsible general clinical experience or Associate’s degree from an accredited relevant field and 5 years clinical experience equivalent to the BSN.
Current license to practice professional nursing in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Certified in basic CPR at hire and bi-annually renewed.
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment.
Ability to lift and transfer patients.
Understands responsibilities with respect to Title IX, Clery and other compliance requirements.
Demonstrates capacity, skill and willingness to engage students and contribute to student success.
Understands responsibilities with respect to conflicts of interest and behaves in ways consistent both with law and with University policy.
Contributes toward creating a positive and respectful workplace defined by personal and professional competence, integrity, and collaboration.
Understands and contributes to implementation of departmental and institutional goals for achieving non-discrimination and creating a respectful, inclusive environment that is supportive of diversity.
Uses access to sensitive and/or not yet public university related information only in the performance of the responsibilities of position and exercises care to prevent unnecessary disclosure to others.
This position is designated as essential personnel.
This is a 43-week position.
Work is performed in a laboratory or healthcare setting and may involve exposure to chemicals or infectious diseases. Requires standing for extended periods of time and/or use of protective gear.
Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM
Pay Grade: PSSAP Grade 29
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Special Instructions for Applicants
Along with the application, please submit a resume. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.
This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.
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Market context
Clinical Registered Nurse roles in New York are typically in steady demand, especially in settings that need nurses who can manage patient care, documentation, and coordination across busy teams. These roles are competitive because employers often look for a BSN or equivalent experience, current licensure, CPR certification, and the physical ability to lift and transfer patients. Review the posting carefully and confirm that the listed Massachusetts license requirement matches your credentials before applying; this platform’s job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you save research time.