Harding Academy is seeking candidates for qualified nurses to work on as needed basis. Please see the position requirements and application below.
SUMMARY
Provides health coverage and direct medical care to students by executing established health care plans, administering medications, treating minor injuries, and responding to medical needs in alignment with school standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Performs basic health assessments, takes temperatures, treats minor injuries (cuts, scrapes, bruises), and administers emergency first aid or CPR as required.
- Safely dispenses prescription medication strictly according to physician instructions and administers approved over-the-counter medications.
- Follows individual student care programs, including established seizure action plans for diagnosed students during routine or emergency situations.
- Contacts parents or guardians whenever a student is ill, injured, or receives medication.
- Maintains clinic documentation, records administered medications, and upholds strict state, federal, and university standards regarding health record confidentiality.
- Follows clinical safety procedures and protective equipment protocols while reinforcing hygiene and safety habits with students.
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates must be active, engaged members of a church and demonstrate alignment with Harding University’s Statement of Faith. Preference will be given to candidates who are active, engaged members of a Church of Christ. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty at a fully acceptable level. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, and other behaviors required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Must be a licensed practical nurse with an active, unencumbered license to practice in Arkansas. RN preferred. Must possess current AHA BLS certification
OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES
The successful incumbent must demonstrate the following competencies in a fully acceptable manner.
- Cooperation - Openly shares information, knowledge and expertise with co-workers and cooperates with other members to achieve the workgroup’s goals; puts the interest of the University/unit ahead of accomplishing individual goals.
- Service Orientation - Understands the perspective and requirements of the customer, both internal and external; does what it takes to serve the customer to meet or exceed their expectations and anticipates future needs of the customer.
- Dependability - Consistently takes responsibility for completing work on time and follows through on commitments; acts with integrity and trustworthiness.
- Confidentiality - Understands and respects University policy and state and federal regulations concerning the restrictions of information disclosure.
- Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues.
- Knowledge of nursing theory and practice.
- Knowledge of patient evaluation and triage procedures.
- Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
- Knowledge of appropriate procedures and standards for the administration of medications and patient care aids.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
- Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
- Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Posted: 09-09-2026