Student Health Nurse

Posting Details

Posting Details

Logo Institution South Dakota State University Working Title Student Health Nurse Posting Number CSA02893P Department SDSU-Wellness Center-Health Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings Posting Text

Join a team that makes a difference in students' lives every day. South Dakota State University's Student Health Clinic is seeking a compassionate and skilled Student Health Nurse to support the health and well-being of our campus community. In this role, you'll provide direct patient care, promote wellness, and contribute to a collaborative environment focused on student success.

The Student Health Clinic is dedicated to providing cost-effective, evidence-based health care tailored to students, promoting well-being and academic success within a respectful setting. SDSU Student Health Clinic and Counseling Services is known for its healthy workplace culture and commitment to employee well-being. Team members benefit from a collaborative environment that emphasizes professional growth, manageable work-life balance, and a shared mission of supporting students.

This position is located in Brookings, SD.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide compassionate, student-focused care in an ambulatory care clinical setting.
• Perform patient triage, health assessments, and administer treatments, medications, and immunizations.
• Assist with medical procedures and support preventive care and health promotion activities.
• Document patient interactions accurately in electronic health records.
• Collaborate with providers on referrals, emergency care, and follow-up services.
• Adhere to confidentiality, infection control, and regulatory guidelines (e.g., HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA).
• Strong communication skills, professionalism, and a commitment to student well-being.

Benefits:

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university's guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Professional nursing theory and practices
• Clinical procedures
• Electronic health record software

Skill & Ability to:

• Perform clinical procedures such as administering injections
• Provide telephone and in-clinic health triage
• Maintain client confidentiality
• Provide patient education and counseling
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Interact with patients from a variety of backgrounds
• Work as a dependable team member
• Work closely with local health agencies for collaboration and referrals
• Manage multiple projects and priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working as a nurse

Required License: Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of South Dakota or eligible for licensure by time of hire.

Application Procedures:

SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on "apply for this job." This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university's verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date 11/06/2026 Closing Date 11/22/2026 Open Until Filled No First Consideration Date Advertised Salary Minimum of $28.00, depending upon qualifications Duration of the Term 9 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours

Position is generally 8 hours per shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. There may be some variability in the schedule, such as occasional evening and weekend shifts if the need arises.

Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Other If other, please indicate Registered Nurse (RN) Licensure in the State of South Dakota. Successful completion of a registered nurse degree program Department Description and Cultural Expectations

SDState is the state's largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

Contact Information

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Protective Clothing/Equipment

Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. Eye Protection, Latex Gloves, Protective Clothing, Respirator, Surgical Mask If other protection is used please identify

Goggles, N95 face mask/shield, gloves, gowns, CPR mouth shield, safety needles, sharps disposable containers.

Physical Requirements

Please designate the physical requirements of this position Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Walking, Standing for sustained periods of time, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating), Use of Either Hand, Independently Describe any of the conditions selected

Seldom lifts more than 25 lbs; on rare occasion, in emergency situation, a RN may need to physically assist a patient to the ground if they faint or lose consciousness.

Sensory Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Color Vision, Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Biohazard, Exposure or Potential Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids, Exposure to Infectious Diseases, Vaccination recommended due to potential occupational exposure Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

Exposure to sharps, blood and body fluids,

Working Environment

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Clinical Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

Student Health Clinic

Supplemental Questions

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• Where did you hear about this position?
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• South Dakota Department of Labor
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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Reference List

Optional Documents