Nurse Practitioner, per diem

Nurse Practitioner, Per Diem

Provide evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health conditions for the university student population within the scope of the Advanced Practice Nurse. Provide GYN care including routine pelvic exams and addressing episodic and acute GYN conditions. Administer injections and immunizations. Perform point of care testing. Prescribe medications as appropriate to the patient's condition. Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic testing and initiate treatment based on results. Promote wellness through individual health teaching and counseling to the student population on a wide variety of health issues. Consult with collaborating physician and director on complex cases and initiate mutually agreed upon treatments. Maintain proper documentation and clinical records using an electronic medical record system (Medicat). Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA standards. Answer phone calls, greet patients and schedule appointments as necessary.

Requirements:

Possession of current, valid RN and Advanced Practice Nursing licenses for the State of Massachusetts. Possession of current, valid Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration. Evidence of completion of a nurse practitioner program from an accredited institution with a concentration in family and/or adult practice. Experience providing Gynecological care in an advanced practice role. Maintain certification for Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider. Interest in providing high quality health care to college age students and ability to communicate effectively with this population. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to interact well with other staff.

Additional Information: This is a part-time, non-benefited contract position. Works up to 18 hours per week on average during the academic year. However, the position may occasionally work up to 24 hours per week during specific weeks to meet operational needs. The daily schedule on days worked is 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. The pay rate is $70 per hour.