The Wellness Center Nurse Practitioner is responsible for conducting telehealth and in person appointments as scheduled on a private Christian university campus. The NP role is vital to developing therapeutic patient relationships with college students seeking care in a new and sometimes unfamiliar environment. The wellness center functions as an urgent care specialty for patients with acute needs. Students often present with complex medical and mental health needs requiring collaboration of the... more details
PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God’s kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally diverse candidates.
Job Summary:
The Wellness Center Nurse Practitioner is responsible for conducting telehealth and in person appointments as scheduled on a private Christian university campus. The NP role is vital to developing therapeutic patient relationships with college students seeking care in a new and sometimes unfamiliar environment. The wellness center functions as an urgent care specialty for patients with acute needs. Students often present with complex medical and mental health needs requiring collaboration of the entire wellness team.
Salary
Hourly Range: $55 - $60 per hour
Office Hours: 7:30am - 4pm
Job Status:
Part time
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Job Description:
Responsibilities:
Peform physical examinations of patients to evaluate health and diagnose illnesses
Order and peform diagnostic tests, such as x-rays and laboratory tests
Determine, plan, and initiate appropriate treatment, and adjust treatment if necessary
Prescribe and dispense medications
Document medical information of patients and maintain electronic medical records
Educate, instruct, and counsel patients and families on presenting health problems, treatment plans, and home care, and encourage and promote preventative health care and positive health behaviors
Request consultation or referral with other health care providers, such as physicians, counselors, dieticians and outside referrals.
Actively maintain knowledge of current medical research and trends, and support research projects
Complete charting on all encounters in 1-2 business days
Maintain Standardized Practice Guidelines as specified by the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) of California.
Must be compassionate and personable
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and other medical staff
Strong leadership skills, self-confidence, and ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
Exceptional active listening skills
Collaborate with executive director, supervising physician, and registered nurse in the provision of health care services.
Consult with Supervising Physician when health care practice issues arise or when treatment plans are not producing expected response.
Evaluate student health care needs, providing appropriate treatment within the context of Standardized Practice Guidelines
Maintain appropriate documentation in medical records of health encounters and other follow-up communication.
Order diagnostic tests when appropriate; interpret results, implement care, evaluate response per Standardized Practice Guidelines.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Proficient in google, excel and EHR systems
Able to learn new software and charting systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent skills in patient history taking, physical assessment, and management of a variety of upper respiratory illnesses
Required Education, Experience, and Licensure:
Masters or Doctoral prepared Nurse Practitioner
Preferred: 2-3 years’ experience working as a nurse practitioner
NP CA license, NP CA Furnishing License, NPI
National NP Certification (ANCC or AANP)
CPR Certified (BLS required, ACLS preferred)
Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant.
? The job offer is contingent on a clear background check.
Physical Requirements:
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At PLNU, we believe in pursuing calling together. Deep and meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing God’s love. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential.
Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures.
