Staff Registered Nurse (9-Month AY)

Req Id: 43816

Job Title: Staff Registered Nurse (9-Month AY)

City: West Lafayette

Job Description:

Job Summary

Join a tight-knit, collaborative team at Purdue University Student Health Services (PUSH), where your work directly supports the health and well-being of the Purdue community. As a Registered Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based, and patient-centered care in an accredited, student-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet patients with warmth and professionalism, prepare them for consultations, and conduct thorough health assessments.

• Respond promptly and effectively to emergency situations, ensuring patient safety and comfort.

• Assist providers with medical procedures, administer medications, collect and manage specimens, and apply durable medical equipment.

• Educate patients, provide referrals, and coordinate follow-up care to promote optimal health outcomes.

• Accurately document all procedures, diagnoses, and interventions in the electronic health record (EHR), maintaining strict confidentiality.

• Participate in nursing staff meetings and quality improvement initiatives, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and growth.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support the holistic well-being of students and the broader campus community.

This is a 9-month Academic Year (AY) appointment.

Why Purdue?

At Purdue, you'll experience unrivaled pride and unlimited potential. Our culture is built on a tight community, global perspective, Boilermaker pride, and endless opportunities to learn and grow. You'll be part of a team that values collaboration, compassion, and continuous professional development, all within a supportive environment that champions excellence and well-being.

About Us

Purdue Universitys Student Health (PUSH) Center,has a mission to promote a healthy campus culture by providing high quality, evidence-based, patient-focused primary healthcare through an accredited model of excellence for the Purdue University student community. Our staff of board-certified physicians and nurse practitioners provide student-oriented primary care as well as ongoing care for chronic conditions. Our single-minded focus of protecting your health and wellness allows you to focus on your educational and personal goals. We are also accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care.

What Were Looking For

Education and Experience:

Qualified candidates will need:

• Associates degree from an accredited nursing school
• Active and unencumbered Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license
• BLS certification
• One (1) year of nursing experience
• Experience with EHR systems

Skills needed:

• Must have knowledge of disease processes and normal growth and development of all age groups
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
• Ability to assess patient status and respond to emergencies appropriately
• Thorough knowledge of scientific principles of nursing theory and practice
• Strong communication skills, including patient teaching
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize to complete duties in a timely manner

Additional Information:

• Purdue's benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/employeebenefits/benefits_enrollment/summaries.php
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
• Purdue University is an EO/EA University

Who We Are

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

Career Stream

Professional 2

Pay Band S065

Job Code 20002883

Link to Purdue Universitys Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php

Equal Opportunity Employer

Purdue University is an EOE employer.

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Posting Start Date: 8/27/26