Classification Title Professional Nurse
Working Title Professional Nurse
Location Boone, NC
Job Category 2
Position Number 043141
Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship
VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S
Department Health Services - 320000
Primary Purpose of Position
The staff nurse, a registered professional nurse is responsible for the nursing care of patients and for assisting the physician/clinician at the Mary S. Shook Student Health Services. The nurse will work in any of the various areas of the clinic, such as: triage, observation, appointment vital signs, after hours, limited service hours, direct assistance with clinicians, immunizations, allergy, and back hall nursing. Duties can change based on organizational needs.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a current North Carolina license to practice as a Registered Nurse. Special Note: This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to reflect essential
functions per ADA. Examples of competencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may not be applicable to all positions.
License/Certification Required
Essential Job Functions
The staff nurse, a registered professional nurse is responsible for the nursing care of patients and for assisting the physician/clinician at the Mary S. Shook Student Health Services.
The nurse will work in any of the various areas of the clinic, such as: triage, observation, after hours, limited service hours, direct assistance with clinicians, immunizations, allergy.
Duties can change based on organizational needs.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in providing nursing care in the College Health setting.
Have at least five years of nursing experience, working knowledge of North Carolina required immunizations, ability to relate and work with the college age population.
Possess years of recent nursing experience in a direct patient care role.
Required Functional Competencies to Successfully Perform Job Duties.
Client/Customer Service: Ability to anticipate and meet patient needs. Ability to demonstrate compassion and to maintain a professional therapeutic relationship. Ability to deal effectively with crisis situations. Ability to evaluate effectiveness of services and monitor customer satisfaction.
Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of basic nursing principles and techniques for the specific area of practice. This includes the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementing and evaluation), medication administration, patient education and emergency care. Ability to administer medications on a timely and accurate basis.
Communication: Ability to use interview techniques that assist the patient/client in describing his/her symptoms and assist in discerning the situation, using an organizational approach. Ability to communicate information to patients, families and staff in a concise and descriptive manner, verbally, in writing, or by demonstration.
Type of Position Permanent Full-Time
Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type 1.0
Work Schedule/Hours
The normal work schedule for this employee is 40 hours per week. with occasional after hours and weekend rotation. This is a 9 month position from mid August through mid May
Number of Hours Per Week 40
Number of Months Per Year 9
Mandatory Staff Yes
Physical Demands of Position
Physical effort includes a great deal of walking during the day. Careful attention to detail along with mental accuracy with administration of medication is critical. Mental clarity and concentration is necessary to provide detailed accuracy with patient care, along with long periods of sitting using a computer. Ability to changing tasks at a moment’s notice while maintaining calm composure and excellent customer service skills. Must have clear visual acuity with or without correction to prepare medications, provide care, and document on an electronic medical record. Nurse must have the physical ability to perform CPR and/or medical crisis skills. Nurse must be able to provide both oral and written reports in an accurate, clear, concise manner to communicate. Nurse must be able to maintain both physical and emotional/mental composure while working.
Overall Competency Level Journey
Salary Grade Equivalency
Salary Range
Anticipated Hiring Range $44,324 - $47,081 (9-month annual salary)
Posting Date 12/18/2025
Closing Date 02/01/2026
Competency Level Statement Management will only consider applicants who meet the required competencies.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach required documents:
List a minimum of 3 professional references in the application.
Search Chair Name Mary Hodges
Search Chair Email hodgesml4@appstate.edu
Applicant Pool Preference External (Post on the Web)
Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/52816
Posting Number 201502930P
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