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Closing Date: 05/17/2026

Open Until Filled No

Classification Title Nurse

Working Title Student Health Clinic Nurse

Recruitment Limits

Location San Diego City College

Pay Information

Step C Class 1 - Class 6 ($6,933.44- $8,849.03) per month based on the current AFT - College Faculty Tenured-Tenure Track Faculty Salary Schedule. (https://www.sdccd.edu/departments/human-resources/employee-relations/salary-schedules.aspx)

Initial salary placement is commensurate with required education and related teaching experience as outlined in section A2.1 of the AFT Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and it is non-negotiable.

The district offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid medical, dental, vision plans, sick leave, and opportunities for professional development. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. Benefits will be provided under the terms of the AFT -Guild, Local 1931 - Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement. Annual Salaries will be recalculated for service less than a full academic year based on Education Code §87815, any required adjustment will be made within the first pay period. Travel reimbursement for interviewees traveling more than 200 miles, one-way, may be paid according to geographic location (see SDCCD Travel Stipend Policy, Rev 7/14/2011). The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.

Position Equivalent FTE:

1.0 FTE

Job Duration 11 Months

Position Number: 008214

FLSA Status Exempt (does not accrue overtime)

Bargaining Unit AFT/College Faculty

Range (na)

Position Type Academic

Department Student Health Services

The Position

San Diego City College is seeking a Student Health Clinic Nurse/NP (job classification: College Nurse). The role of the Student Health Clinic Nurse encompasses administrative, clinical, and outreach opportunities that encourage interactions with our diverse student body, while supporting social justice, equity, and healthcare access. This full-time position is scheduled throughout the academic year to meet Student Health Center ( SHC ) needs. The Nurse works collaboratively with the Coordinator of the Student Health Clinic and the Coordinator of the Mental Health Counseling Center to ensure wrap-around services for San Diego City College students

You will join an energetic, multifaceted, and committed group of medical, nursing, and mental health professionals. The San Diego Community College District offers an excellent benefits package, including health, vision, dental, and retirement. There are opportunities for faculty members to enjoy time off during campus holidays and spring/winter breaks. Located in the culturally diverse civic center area of San Diego, SD City College stands as an integral, long-standing partner in a thriving commercial and urban community. The Student Health Clinic Nurse position is a professional opportunity for an 11-month, tenure-track faculty member that provides a rich experience in an integrated healthcare setting in a new state-of-the-art facility.

Under general supervision, the Nurse performs work related to student health and wellness, including nursing evaluation, diagnosis and treatment, patient teaching, health counseling, health education, and maintenance of students' confidential electronic personal health records. The Nurse also assists with and coordinates the delivery of health education services and daily center operations. The Nurse's key role is in assisting students with clinical care services, health and mental health linkages, communicable disease control, illness assessment and referrals, first aid treatment, self-care programs, and health education resources. The Student Health Center staff support the overall mission of San Diego City College in standards of quality, excellence accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion by providing services and programs which engage and inspire students to achieve academic and personal success through increased knowledge related to their personal health and wellness.

Apply and join our amazing SDCC team!

Major Responsibilities

Provide high-quality episodic, urgent, and primary health care services to students through in-person and telehealth appointments.

Conduct patient evaluations including medical history, physical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of common acute illnesses.

Provide sexual and reproductive health services including pelvic exams, STI testing and treatment, HIV / STI prevention, and family planning counseling.

Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as laboratory studies and imaging when appropriate.

Prescribe and dispense medications within Standardized Practice Guidelines.

Provide first aid and initiate appropriate interventions in emergency situations.

Educate and counsel students on health conditions, treatment plans, and preventive health practices.

Collaborate with the medical director, clinic coordinator, nurse practitioners, registered nurse, and interdisciplinary health center staff (including mental health counselors) to provide coordinated care.

Refer students to outside providers when care exceeds the scope of the student health clinic.

Participate in campus health promotion and education initiatives.

Assist in screening, reporting, and follow-up care for communicable diseases including TB, STIs, and emerging infections.

Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records and complete charting within established timelines.

Ensure compliance with HIPAA , the California Medical Information Act ( CMIA ), FERPA and Standardized Practice Guidelines.

Participate in clinic meetings, program evaluation activities, and the ongoing development of student health services including the review and critique of policies, procedures, protocols, and list of community resources.

Assist in the organization and management of a variety of confidential health records and files related to routine health care, student insurance, accident reports, and statistics.

Assist in data collection and analyses from daily documentation, surveys, and student learning outcomes. Utilize the data analysis to plan ongoing health services, prepare written reports, contribute to grant proposals, and document the changing healthcare needs of our population as needed to support clinic operations.

Qualifications

Master's in nursing OR Bachelor's in nursing AND Master's in health education or health science OR the equivalent OR the minimum qualifications as set by the Board of Registered Nursing, whichever is higher.

Minimum Qualifications as set by the Board of Registered Nursing:

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college which shall include courses in nursing, or in natural, behavioral or social sciences relevant to nursing practice;

Direct patient care experience within the previous five (5) years in the nursing area to which he or she will be assigned, which can be met by:

(A) One (1) year's continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in the designated nursing area; OR

(B) One (1) academic year of registered nurse level clinical teaching experience in the designated nursing area or its equivalent that demonstrates clinical competency.

( NOTE : Other health services personnel shall not be subject to statewide minimum qualifications; however, all personnel shall possess appropriate valid, current licensure or certification to practice in California when required by law. Ancillary personnel shall work under appropriate supervision when required by their license laws.)

Desired Qualifications

Family Nurse Practitioner.

Bilingual/Spanish.

Effective written and oral communication skills.

Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and differently abled backgrounds of our community, particularly as it pertains to urban community college students in California/San Diego.

Equivalency

If you do not possess the exact degrees, or higher, listed above or if you anticipate receiving the required degree prior to the start of teaching classes, please complete a Request for Equivalency Form (https://www.sdccd.edu/docs/District/employment/Equivalency_Form.pdf) and attach it during the application process.

Foreign Degree:

Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) (http://www.naces.org/members.html) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC .( ACEI ) (https://www.acei-global.org/evaluation-services/) . A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line application.

Licenses/Certificates/Credentials:

Possess an appropriate, valid Registered Nurse license issued by the Board of Nurse Examiners of the State of California Board of Nursing Education and Nurse Registration;

Possess BLS certification and standard immunization required by law for healthcare providers:

( MMR , Hep B, Tdap, varicella, influenza, COVID -19, and TB clearance)

Commitment to Diversity:

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Working Conditions

Category II

Environment:Ability to thrive in an environment which entails exposure to infectious diseases, including blood borne pathogens, and work with students who are experiencing challenges to their physical and mental health.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To ensure full consideration, qualified candidates must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed (extraneous material will not be reviewed). References to résumés or other uploaded documents within the online application will be considered an "incomplete" application; please enter "N/A" if any section does not apply.

Complete online application;

Cover Letter (required);

Resume/CV (required);

Unofficial Unergraduate Transcripts (required);

Unofficial Graduate Transcripts (required); AND

License(s) (required);

Licenses 2 (optional)

Foreign Degree Evaluation (Required if applicable).

Equivalency Evaluation Request (Required if applicable).

Important: To ensure consistency and fairness to all candidates, please do not submit materials other than those requested (i.e., personal photo, articles you've written, etc). Please only upload requested documents using respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless specifically requested within this posting, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or e-mail will not be accepted.

Note that correspondence, including interview invitations, will be sent to you via e-mail.

All inquiries, nominations and applications will be held in the strictest confidence.

Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments)

Expected start date summer 2026

Conditions of Employment:

SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT :

Submit "official" college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);

Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);

Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District's expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);

Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form; AND ,

Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices.

Employed on an initial one (1) year that is eligible for renewal annually for up to a subsequent one-year period.

EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT

If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS (https://www.calpers.ca.gov/page/retirees/working-after-retirement/reinstatement-from-retirement) or CalSTRS (http://www.calstrs.com/general-information/retirement-after-reinstatement-enhancements) website for further information.

Additional Information:

Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time academic employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the State Teachers' Retirement System ( STRS ) upon appointment.

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