Registered Nurse/Assistant Director of Student Health

Position Overview:

Now Hiring! Registered Nurse, Assistant Director of Student Health
📍 Location: Student Health Center

🕒 Schedule: M-F, 8:00am-4:30pm

💰 Pay: $60,000-63,000 annual salary
📄 Position Type: Full Time, 37.5 Hours per week, 12 Month Position

Why Join Canisius University

Canisius University serves approximately 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students. As a Catholic and Jesuit University, Canisius has its foundation in the fundamental values of academic excellence, leadership, faith and social justice. Canisius is committed to educating and preparing men and women to become leaders in their professions and their communities, and in service to humanity. The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students.

What We Offer:

✅ Salary: $60,000-63,000 per year*

✅ Comprehensive Insurance Benefits – Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-Term Disability available the first of the month after the employee’s date of hire
✅ 403(b) with Company Contribution – Plan for your future with confidence – contribution from the university is available after one year of employment
✅ Paid Time Off – Includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, and paid holidays
✅ Tuition Benefits – Available for full-time employees and their qualified dependents

*Please note that the compensation information is a good faith estimate of the base pay for this position. The selected candidate’s compensation package for this position will be provided during the interview process.

Your Role as a Registered Nurse

The Registered Nurse in Student Health is part of a dynamic health care team that works to provide a welcoming and high-quality experience in Student Health. The Registered Nurse functions under the direct supervision of the Director of Student Health to provide quality, compassionate nursing care, and work collaboratively to develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive health promotion program. A strong knowledge of federal and state laws related to protected health information and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality is essential. The individual must be detailed oriented, demonstrate consistent accuracy and be able to perform duties with frequent interruptions. The RN must be comfortable working in an environment with exposure to communicable and infectious disease, medical emergencies, uncontrolled situations and unpleasant sights, sounds and smells.

This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week). This position reports to the Director of the Student Health Center.

Key Responsibilities:

🔹 Clinical Nursing:

• Assess patient health status and recommend an appropriate level of care based on clinical judgement and evidence-based guidelines
• Provide basic first aid and OTC treatment for minor injuries and illnesses
• Respond promptly to student health emergencies within the Student Health Center
• Provide confidential health counseling
• Communicate with providers regarding patient status to determine care needs
• Communicate with students via secure message, phone and email and document all clinical interactions
• Provide nursing treatments, including immunization administration, point-of-care testing, phlebotomy, eye examinations, vital sign assessment, and dispensing over-the-counter medication within the scope of the New York State Nurse Practice Act
• Ensure all referrals are completed and results communicated to the ordering provider
• Perform other duties as assigned

🔹 Administrative:

• Assist the director in managing day-to-day clinical operations
• Participate in the review of health forms for incoming students to ensure compliance with PHL 2165 and 2167 and university health requirements
• Attend staff meetings, continuing education programs; participate in student orientation and other campus activities. Attend admissions events: Open Houses and Accepted Student Days, approx. 1-2 weekend days per semester
• Maintain a safe work environment. Perform routine checks on medical equipment and supplies.
• Follows all safety, HIPPA, OSHA, and NYS Department of Health guidelines. Respond to fire practice and emergency drills as per policy

🔹 Design & Deliver Health Promotion Initiatives:

• Take a leadership role in the development, implementation, and evaluation of theory-based and evidence-informed health promotion and prevention-oriented strategies, policies, programs, and services based on identified needs and priorities
• Collaborate with key stakeholders on and off-campus to contribute to a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to health for students

🔹 Social Marketing & Health Communications:

• Develop and implement comprehensive social marketing and health communication strategies, including social media management, to enhance student education and health behaviors
• Assist with increasing student awareness of programs and services offered by Student Health

What You Need to Succeed:

✔ Qualifications:

Education

• Current NYS RN license; BSN-level prepared nurse preferred
• Master’s or advanced degree in public health, health promotion, health policy, health education or CHES/CPH certificate highly desirable
• Current BLS certification

Experience

• Minimum of one year of professional nursing experience.
• Proficient computer skills and experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proven ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with individuals and groups from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Strong intrinsic motivation to proactively identify needs, initiate action, and take ownership of responsibilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Important Information:

Canisius University participates in E-Verify to confirm employment authorization. The E-Verify process is completed alongside the Form I-9 on or before your first day of work. For more details, visit ] and search "E-Verify."

📢 Apply Today!

To apply, go to The review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please include your cover letter, resume and three references with their contact information, with your application.

The Office of Human Resources at Canisius University utilizes an online recruitment management system.

Individuals who need reasonable accommodation under the ADA in order to participate in the search process should contact the office of human resources at (716) 888-2240.

Canisius University, a Catholic and Jesuit University, has as its foundation the fundamental values of academic excellence, leadership, faith and social justice. Canisius is committed to educating and preparing men and women to become leaders in their professions and their communities, and in service to humanity. The university is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students.

Take the next step in your career with Canisius University—where excellence meets opportunity.

Posted Range: USD $60,000.00 - USD $63,000.00 /Yr.