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Registered Nurse - 9-Month Position

  • 20002257
  • Health and Wellbeing
  • Health Center
  • Full-time Staff (Classified)
  • Opening on: Sep 2 2026
  • Student Affairs
  • 300016 - Student Health Serv
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Working Title: Registered Nurse - 9-Month Position

State Role Title: Registered Nurse I

Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime

 

College/Division: Health and Wellbeing

Department: 300016 - Student Health Serv

 

Pay Band: 4

Pay Rate: Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $51,294 - $53,089 

 

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

 

Beginning Review Date: 09/10/2026

 

About JMU:

At James Madison University (JMU), we’re more than just a publicly funded institution — we’re a vibrant, welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.

Why Work at JMU?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional journey and personal wellbeing:
• Generous Leave: Enjoy paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access high-quality health insurance options that fit your needs.
• Retirement Options: Plan for your future with retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
• Employee Well-Being: Our Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work-life integration through resources, events, and support.
• Tuition Waiver Program: Advance your education with our tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU.

At JMU, we believe in Being the Change — and that starts with creating an environment where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and feel supported every step of the way.

Discover what makes JMU a great place to work: bit.ly/JMUEmployment

 

General Information:

The University Health Center provides a comprehensive array of health care services and health education programs to JMU students. Included in our health care services are several medical clinics, a pharmacy, a medical laboratory, and other programs that provide services for more than 30,000 patient encounters a year. UHC practices evidence-based medicine in a confidential, welcoming environment.

This role offers an inspiring opportunity for nursing professionals to elevate care standards, strengthen a culture of compassion and excellence, alongside a talented clinical team dedicated to patient advocacy and evidence-based practice. At the UHC, you will have the chance to shape the future of campus healthcare, mentor the next generation of nursing professionals, and champion initiatives that meaningfully impact student health and well-being.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Practice as a Registered Nurse in compliance with Health Center policies and procedures/nursing protocols, University guidelines, ANA guidelines, and the American College Health Standards for Nursing practice. Utilize the Nursing process, to include assessment, formulation of a nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide quality nursing care to eligible JMU students. Utilize the Triage system based upon random, appreciative, and critical thinking as a keystone of decision making to expeditiously channel each student to the appropriate health care source.

 

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Registered Nurse (RN) Virginia state license (Associate Degree or Diploma RN as minimum requirement)

 

Additional Posting Information:

 

 

Conditions of Employment:  

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

 

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

 

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.

 

 

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