Brief Summary:
In collaboration with the Director of Health Services, the NP provides primary health services for full-time undergraduate students.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide and document assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of illness or injury in Health Services (HS) Office in accordance with the Practice Protocol of the NYS Department of Education
- Maintain appropriate malpractice insurance
- Maintain appropriate NYS license and comply with NYS Continuing Medical Education requirements
- Communicate with other HS staff, private health care providers, college departments, community agencies and organizations to assist in serving student health needs
- Review Emergency Department records, laboratory and imaging reports; make follow-up calls to students as indicated; communicate with parents as appropriate
- Provide emergency response in the HS office and immediate vicinity, including administration of first aid, assistance with emergency transportation, and appropriate referrals
- Research health and wellness topics for students and staff; assist in health education and creation of HS materials
- Participate in HS Policy and Procedure Development and Quality Review
- Promote and participate in College wellness activities and events
- Develop and provide educational programs and health information to students on an individual and group basis
- Collaborate in selection of medical supplies and equipment
- Collaborate with HS staff in adherence to safety, cleanliness, and preparedness standards of the College
- Serve as clinical site mentor for senior Athletic Training students
- Perform other job-related duties as required
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and either a Master's Degree or Post Master's Certificate from an accredited school of nursing required, five years experience as a NP in ambulatory care; college health experience preferred. Candidate must have current Board Certification as a Family or Adult Nurse Practitioner, New York State license, ACLS or BLS certificate, and Certificate of Infection Control
Required Applicant Documents:
Resume, Cover Letter, References
Position Open Date:
10/03/2017
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