Nurse Practitioner

1 week ago

Valparaiso, IN, United States Valparaiso Full time
Job Description

Position Description:

The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) provides health care to Valparaiso University (Valpo) students through the Health Center under the guidance of the Indiana State Nurse Practice Act. The FNP holds state licensure and national certification, which qualify them to work autonomously and in collaboration with medical, nursing, and allied healthcare providers to diagnose and treat patients.

Major Responsibilities:
  • Provides primary care to students at the Health Center.
  • Performs appropriate assessment, including physical examination, client, family, and social history.
  • Identifies health risks and needs based on usual and abnormal findings obtained from history, examination, and/or laboratory and diagnostic tests.
  • Diagnoses and manages health care problems.
  • Develops care/treatment plans that meet the client's needs and maintain quality care.
  • Refers clients to other health care providers as deemed appropriate.
  • Prescribes appropriate pharmacological agents and treatments and nonpharmacological therapies.
  • Performs point-of-care testing.
  • Performs independent evaluations, treatments, and procedures within the scope of practice in routine and emergency situations.
  • Records findings and needs for follow-up and/or referrals, including ordering laboratory tests and other diagnostic procedures.
  • Serves as a health care resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate.
  • Adheres to all pertinent regulatory agency guidelines.
  • Develops and presents educational programs for patients. Is involved in student educational outreach, which may include conducting programs at the Health Center or in other campus facilities.
  • Provides nursing and medical services to students, with an emphasis on health promotion, health maintenance, illness management, and disease prevention.
  • Plans and executes a Wellness and Outreach program for the Health Center to promote healthy lifestyles and health education to Valpo students.
  • Engages students in health and wellness.
  • Exhibits sensitivity to the diverse cultural backgrounds of Valparaiso University students.
  • Maintains current knowledge, skills, and certification by attending educational programs.
  • Performs other duties related to the work described herein.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
  • Graduate degree from an accredited university.
  • Successful completion of an approved Family Nurse Practitioner program.
  • Current Indiana RN license.
  • Board Certification (ANA sponsored) as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
  • At least two years of experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner, preferred.
  • Three to five years of previous professional nursing experience is required.
  • Eligible for prescriptive authority in the state of Indiana.
  • CPR/AED certification or completion within 6 months of hire.
Other Qualifications
  • Can work autonomously and in collaboration with the collaborating physician and other Nurse Practitioners on staff.
  • Ability to interact effectively with others; interest in and ability to relate to college-age students.
  • Ability to maintain good patient relations in all communication formats and adhere to total patient confidentiality/ethics.
  • Coordinate a Wellness and Outreach Program for Valpo students.
  • Understanding, appreciation, and commitment to the goals and philosophy of Valparaiso University.
  • Completion of annual HIPAA and safety training and competency skills checklists.
  • Prefer experience in treating college students.
  • This position requires the employee to stand for prolonged periods, with occasional stooping, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs. There is minimal sitting. The position has moderate stress during high-volume times, requiring the ability to multitask with the telephones, patients, and multiple simultaneous demands from support staff. The employee must be able to remain calm in stressful situations.
  • The employee is expected to maintain CPR/AED certification.
Additional Information:
  • Limited part-time position during the academic year, 3 days per week. Vacation coverage as needed during the academic year and over the summer.
Wage Rate:
  • $50.00 - $60.00
All offers of employment with Valparaiso University are contingent upon the clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks may include criminal history, motor vehicle reports, prior employment verification, and personal/professional references. If applicable to the position, they will also include credit history. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.

To be considered for this position, you must upload:
  • Cover letter
    Resume
    List of 3 professional references
    Answer all application questions

Please address the cover letter to:
Victoria Venturella, Director
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, Indiana

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