Lead Clinical Nurse (ADMIN NURSE 1)

Under the direction of the Nursing and Nutrition Manager at Student Health & Counseling Services (SHCS), this position provides full range of support to the nursing department including but not limited to direct patient care, advice/triage, assisting with orientation of new staff, updating policies/procedures, and streamlining RN workflows. Under the direction of the Nursing and Nutrition Manager, this positions functions in a lead capacity to provide support to the RNs in both PC and AC. This position provides team leadership in the absence of the Nursing manager and actively participates in problem solving and actively participates in problem solving and conflict resolution to maintain team cohesiveness and positive patient relations. In addition, serves as liaison to the SHCS public Health Branch to mitigate risk and infection control concerns at SHCS and the UC Davis community.

Apply By Date

January 7, 2025 at 11:59pm

RECRUITMENT PERIOD ONE MONTH: Applicants will be screened on a biweekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the removal date.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license, certification and/or educational degree if required of the position.

• Valid California Registered Nursing license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience in Urgent Care or Emergency Department setting.
• Experience in Advice/Triage.
• Experience working with a diverse staff using interpersonal skills, including tact, diplomacy and flexibility.
• Experience with electronic practice management system and electronic health medical records.
• Skills to work independently and make clinical decisions within the scope of nursing practice.

Preferred Qualifications

• ACLS certification.
• Experience working with adolescent, young adult or college health population.

Key Responsibilities

• 60% - DIRECT PATIENT CARE AND ADVICE TRIAGE
• 30% - LEAD RN
• 10% - INFECTION CONTROL RESPONSIBILITIES

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $ 73.71/hr. - $ 102.33/hr.
• Salary Frequency: Bi-Weekly
• UC Job Title: ADMIN NURSE 1
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: Manager will advise
• Location: Davis, CA
• Union Representation: Yes - NX
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits and eligibility rules by visiting Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• For eligible roles, UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

• Lift/assist in moving patients.

Work Environment

• Position subject to credentialing process at Student Health and Counseling Services.
• This position is subject to pre-placement screening provided by Occupational Health Services. Pre-placement screening will consist infection control testing that includes blood tests for TB screening and other infectious diseases and may include a physical exam, provided by Occupational Health Services, given at no charge to the applicant. This is done to meet Federal, State and University requirements.
• Position may, at times, require employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infection diseases are present.
• Position requires signing a statement acknowledging requirement to report child abuse (CANRA) and requirement to report suspected abuse of dependent adults and elders.
• May work overtime, when needed.
• UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks