Registered Nurse

Job Description

The Registered Nurse is an integral part of the health care team at Health Services that serves the diverse student population at Brown. The RN provides nursing care to students, administers medications and injections, performs ancillary testing and nursing procedures as indicated and provides patient education. The Registered Nurse is also responsible for providing triage to patients who present or call Health Services for assessment, treatment and/or advice. This posting is for a per diem position, 1 shift a week or 4 shifts a month. Availability to work weekends and evenings is required. Job Qualifications Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required; Master’s degree preferred. Valid Rhode Island RN license required. BLS CPR certification required. 3-5 years of acute care nursing experience required, with a mix of ambulatory, emergency room and community health preferred. College health / adolescent health experience preferred. Job Competencies Ability to work with a diverse student population. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to handle emotionally charged situations. Must demonstrate excellent judgment and decision-making skills. Experience with electronic health records. Ability to provide culturally competent care to a diverse population required; experience working with diverse student populations preferred. Background Check: All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

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Please submit a resume and cover letter when applying for this position. To learn about benefits at Brown University, visit the Brown University benefits page. Benefits of Working at Brown: Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown. Recruiting Start Date: 2026-01-06 Job Posting Title: Registered Nurse Department: Health Services Grade: Grade 10 Worker Type: Employee Worker Sub-Type: Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal) Time Type: Part time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 7.5 Position Work Location: Onsite Submission Guidelines: Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C. All remote work must be performed in a state in which Brown is registered to do business. Still Have Questions? If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu. Brown is an E-Verify Employer. EEO Statement: Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law. Welcome! Founded in 1764, Brown is a leading institution for education, discovery, and global intellectual progress as well as one of the largest employers in Rhode Island. Working at Brown brings more than just a paycheck and generous benefits; it offers an opportunity to contribute to a greater good. Join us in supporting the pursuit of knowledge and individual growth that defines higher education and enriches our community.

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