at North Central College, IL in Naperville, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Employment Status: Staff
Description of Key Responsibility:
1. Deliver high-quality health care to students, employees, and family members ages three to twenty-six within the State of Illinois APN guidelines and the scope of practice of the Dyson Wellness Center. Assess health status, order and interpret laboratory tests, diagnose and manage acute minor illnesses/ injuries and stable chronic illnesses, and provide patient education regarding diagnosis and treatment. Follow up with clients as appropriate. Provide referrals as warranted.
2. Provide clinical and professional supervision to the nursing staff. Maintain an excellent, collaborative relationship with the nurses and other members of the health care team including counselors, physician(s), campus advocate and administrative assistants. When appropriate, consult on client care with collaborating physician.
3. Maintain precise, confidential and timely electronic medical records. Regularly update medical forms as needed. Create, review and update medical protocols and CSOP annually making changes that reflect current evidence-based medical guidelines. Ensure that the collaborating physician signs off on CSOP each year.
4. Oversee the patient flow in the Dyson Wellness Center. Make recommendations about medical staff hours and assignments (to the Director of the Center). Work with the administrative assistants on medical scheduling as appropriate.
5. Assist in the hiring, training, and evaluation of medical staff.
6. Maintain relationship with Edward Hospital, Urgent Care and/or other medical providers to facilitate referrals and discounted rates for students.
7. Collaborate with other campus employees (Human Resources, Campus Safety, Residence Life, Athletic Training Staff, Title IX, Dean of Students, Student Disability Services and Dyson Wellness Center Staff) in emergency and educational efforts. Serve as a resource and provide health- related information to the campus community.
8. Represent the Dyson Wellness Center at various campus events, presenting information about services and/or health-related topics such as: new student orientations for students and parents, introduction to services for athletic teams, classes and student cohorts.
9. Remain current on health issues, particularly as they relate to the college student population, and be involved in local and national professional associations.
10. Independently manage client appointments from intake to discharge while maintaining a warm and welcoming environment.
11. Administrative duties such as ordering supplies when needed, pulling statistics, attending meetings, managing email, updating documents, work on committees and planning health education programs.
OTHER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES+ Support the College’s mission, vision and values, and contribute to the advancement of the College’s Strategic Plan.
+ Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement.
+ Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Education/Training:
Graduate of an accredited Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program. National NP or Physician Assistant certification.
Experience:
A minimum of five years of experience is preferred with professional supervisory experience in a clinical setting strongly preferred. Experience in a college wellness center or walk-in clinic is preferred.
Licenses or Certifications:
A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record is preferred.
Current State of Illinois PA license OR
Current State of Illinois RN license AND
Current State of Illinois APN license
Current State of Illinois Controlled Substances license,
Drug Enforcement Administration ( DEA number) National Provider Identifier ( NPI )Position Summary:
The Dyson Wellness Center Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant will provide primary health care to students, employees, and family members of employees with an emphasis on clinical care, wellness, health education and health promotion. This person will assist in the follow-up of individuals with illness, provide clinical and professional supervision to the nursing staff, and review the CSOP annually making changes that reflect current evidence-based medical guidelines.
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