Nurse

Nurse
American International University - Kuwait City Reports to:       Medical Doctor Job Purpose:
The University Nurse is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing a University health program for a student population.  Responsibilities include program management, nursing services, collaboration, health education, and professional practice.
He/she is focused on the needs of the individual student or young person and the University community as a whole, as well as parents and staff. Duties:

Creates a year-long plan for health fair, dental/visual/auditory screening, administration of booster shots, etc. in advance of the University year.
Provides and/or delegates direct professional nursing services, first aid, illness, and emergency care to students and staff including nursing assessment, identifying health problems, making referrals for diagnosis and treatment, recommending educational modifications, providing follow-up and evaluation, and maintaining appropriate documentation
Maintains comprehensive University records
Assists with pre-University registration and interpret health requirements
Carrying out health assessment at University entry, e.g. height, weight, vision and hearing
Participates in students centered University team meetings, as appropriate
Participates as a crisis team member and provides crisis intervention for students and staff in the advent of sudden illness or injury
Acts as a resource for health education
Providing support and advice for parents, carers, and University staff on Studenthood illnesses and the management and control of infection and communicable diseases
Provides health information and counseling for students, parents, and staff
Develops a medication protocol to safely store, administer, document, and monitor the effectiveness of medication given at the University
Maintains accurate medical records to assure compliance with state mandates including immunizations, physical examinations, and medical conditions
Maintains the University clinic (equipment and supplies)
Maintains communication with administrators, teachers, other University personnel, and parents/guardians to enhance cooperative action, which will meet the health and safety needs of students


Maintains confidentiality regarding all University and health-related issues
Experience and Education:

Bachelor's degree in Nursing with a license (RN)
At least 2 years of experiences working in Clinic or Hospitals
Preferrable with hands-on experience in First Aid and Emergency Rooms
About American International University:  AIU is a new institution of higher education in Kuwait with the first student cohort admitted in fall 2019. It is a private, co-educational institution offering undergraduate degrees based on the American model of higher education. Through its educational programs, the College serves the intellectual, cultural, and personal growth of all members of its community. AIU’s offers degree programs in Engineering, Architecture, and Design, and Business Administration where the language of instruction is English. For more information about AIU visit:  www.aiu.edu.kw