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Coordinator, Nursing Services
 University of Rhode Island | |
 United States, Rhode Island, Kingston | |
 Oct 22, 2025 | |
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Coordinator, Nursing Services
Posting Number: SF02079 Position Type: Professional Staff Union: PSA/NEA - Professional Staff Assoc Pay Grade Level: Grade Level: 16 Pay Grade Range: Anticipated Hiring Salary $95,000 - $100,000 (is prorated to reflect the academic year 20-pay period work schedule). Department: Health Svs. Campus Location: Job Description Summary: The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by November 3, 2025. Applications received after November 3, 2025 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ About URI: The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs and is the State's flagship public research university, as well as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and within easy reach of Newport, Boston, and New York City. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for the supervision of all nursing services within Health Services. Duties and Responsibilities: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop, document, and maintain nursing policies and procedures which ensure compliance with University, state, and federal regulations, as well as meet the standards of the American College Health Association and the Joint Commission. Monitor performance for compliance with established policies and procedures to ensure effective operation. Evaluate opportunities for improvement in operations and present proposals for innovation or revision. Perform nursing duties consistent with RI state licensure. Establish, document, and monitor an infection control program consistent with regulations (OSHA) and accreditation standards (JC). Coordinate operation of clinical areas to include oversight of stocking of exam rooms, ordering of medical supplies, and maintenance/calibration/safety testing of all medical devices. Develop, document, and coordinate an employee orientation program consistent with regulations and accreditation standards. Participate in a broad variety of meetings that include leadership team, safety and infection control and clinical staff. Chair regular department and special function meetings. Schedule nurses and develop and implement appropriate staffing patterns. Develop and implement continuing nursing education programs which are recognized by the Rhode Island State Nurses Association. Coordinate nursing services with other departments within Health Services. Initiate job descriptions and assignment descriptions for all nursing personnel. Interview and evaluate applications for nursing vacancies. Relate to various union contracts and function as liaison with the various units. Administer the Collective Bargaining Agreements as they relate to nursing services. Make recommendations to the Director regarding the Nursing Department's budget. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Function as nursing liaison with College of Nursing. Prepare and present required reports regarding the Nursing Department and its activities to the Director. Perform other duties as required. LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT: Valid R.I. Registered Nurse's License prior to appointment. Posting Date: 10/20/2025 To apply, visit https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/15851 jeid-aa4a3eaf3f0cd542a850c7ef44a5bb34 | |