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Student Health And Wellness Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Aprn)
Company | University of Connecticut |
Address | , Storrs, 06269, Ct |
Employment type | FULL_TIME |
Salary | |
Expires | 2023-07-19 |
Posted at | 10 months ago |
Student Health and Wellness Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
Search #: 497501
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus
Categories: Student Programs and Services
JOB SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the Director of Nursing, with support from the Medical Director, the Student Health and Wellness Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides patient-centered medical care for all eligible students at the University of Connecticut. The APRN provides clinical care in an ambulatory care environment delivered with a public health equity focus advocating for improved access, quality, and cost-effective care. Provides professional clinical medical services, including acute episodic illness and/or injury, chronic disease management, preventative care, and health maintenance. With general supervision, functions independently within the scope of departmental and institutional policies and procedures.
SHaW is committed to diversity and inclusion, competence in working with culturally and ethnically diverse populations, and awareness of how issues of difference, power, and privilege manifest in higher education environments. The ideal candidate promotes health equity and reduces health disparities by demonstrating and supporting an understanding, sensitivity, and appreciation for health equity, social justice, cultural humility, and inclusiveness.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Acts as a preceptor, mentor, and clinical consultant to support the development of other advanced practice registered nurses, professional nurses, student learners, and interdisciplinary colleagues.
- Participates in continuing medical education activities both within and outside Student Health and Wellness, including health promotion and outreach activities.
- Participates in peer review and the development of evidence-based interventions and best practice guidelines used in clinical practice.
- Presents and participates in regional and national professional organizations that influence advanced practice nursing and/or health outcomes of a population focus.
- Educates and instructs patients on preventive care, medical/psychiatric issues, and the use of prescribed medical treatments and/or prescriptive medications.
- Manages public health issues affecting the student population, including but not limited to emerging infectious diseases. Follows reporting requirements and collaborates with state and local health departments.
- Admits to an eight-bed inpatient service, managing patient care from admission through discharge.
- Provides primary medical care for undergraduate and graduate students and promotes the health and safety of the student population. Provides emergency medical services, as needed.
- Maintains accurate and confidential medical records. Documents medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatments, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations consistent with AAAHC (Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care) standards.
- Serves on multiple committees within Student Health and Wellness.
- Exercises customer service skills in meeting the needs of the patients.
- Conducts comprehensive health assessments of patients to diagnose and treat potential, acute, and/or chronic health problems and medical/psychiatric risk factors.
- Orders, performs, and interprets laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures. Refers patients to specialty care, as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Evidence of completion of a Nurse Practitioner program from an accredited educational institution.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills necessary for patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated ability to utilize and integrate appropriate technologies in managing patient care.
- Currently licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut, Board Certification as an Adult or Family Nurse Practitioner.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to a fast-moving environment.
- Master’s degree in Nursing or a related field.
- Must have a demonstrated understanding of and stated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity issues.
- Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations.
- Three years of current advanced practice nursing experience.
- Current, unrestricted Controlled Substance Registration by both the State of Connecticut and Federal DEA.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate information.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Practice gender affirming care.
- Demonstrated understanding of public health principles.
- Gynecological care experience.
- College health experience.
- Behavioral health care experience.
- Simple suturing/I&D.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a permanent position that is full-time 9 months, from mid-August to mid-May annually. This position is expected to begin August 11, 2023, or as soon as possible thereafter. The schedule includes days and every other Saturday during the academic calendar. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
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