at Elmhurst College in Elmhurst, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Posting Text
Posting Number
S00560P
Position Status
Non-Exempt
Reporting Relationship(s)
Assistant Director of Student Health Services
Supervisory Relationships
Job Summary
This position will provide services in a variety of capacities related to patient care management, organization, and communication, and will work with other team members to ensure the delivery of high-quality health care to the student population. Primary responsibilities for this position include patient care, including routine primary care, women's and men's health care, and acute care.
This is a part-time position that is scheduled to work 20 hours per week for approximately 9 months between mid-August and May each year.
Salary Grade
Essential Functions
Provides assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of illness and injury for students.
Orders and interprets laboratory tests to identify health problems and risk factors.
Writes prescriptions and dispenses medications as deemed appropriate.
Collaborates with other members of the team (collaborative physician, counselors, community primary care physicians).
Evaluates and provides follow up of care.
Refers to community resources as clinically indicated.
Obtains and records student patient medical histories, vitals, test results, and other information for medical records while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Educates patients on diagnosis, treatment, medications, health promotion and follow up care.
Displays excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to listen and ask questions in a sensitive manner with a goal to triage patient care accurately.
Ensures compliance with all health care regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.
Supports mission, vision and, values.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Nurse Practitioner licensed in the State of Illinois.
Bachelor of Science and Master's degree in Nursing
Pending or current certification with ANCC/AANP
DEA license preferred
Understanding of college health issues and a desire to work with students
Knowledge of the general principles and administration of an out-patient care facility including rules, regulations and policies of an institution clinic
Knowledge of current trends and legal requirements in provision of nursing and medical care
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, crisis management, and customer service skills
Preferred Qualifications
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
Employee is subject to indoor work, protected from weather conditions. Work is not sedentary in nature and involves exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently/constantly in order to life, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Work Hours
This is a part-time position that is scheduled to work 20 hours per week for approximately 9 months between mid-August and May each year.
Posting Date
05/29/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Elmhurst University is a leading four-year institution of higher education that seamlessly blends a liberal arts education and professional preparation to help students acquire knowledge and skills for enduring success. Founded in 1871, Elmhurst now offers more than 70 undergraduate programs of study, more than 20 graduate and certificate programs in flexible formats, and the Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for young adults with differing abilities. Elmhurst University ranks among the top 10 best regional colleges and universities in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report.
Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a critical component of the University's mission, vision and core values. Our commitment stems from the belief that an institution of higher learning is enriched by the presence of diversity. Elmhurst University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Elmhurst College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elmhurst College prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
