Job Details

Family Nurse Practitioner

Position Number: 7035481
Location: Columbus, GA
Position Type: Medicine - Nursing

Family Nurse Practitioner

Job ID: 296677
Location: Columbus State University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Department Information

Student Health

Job Summary

The Family Nurse Practitioner is required to work in collaboration with and under the direct and indirect supervision of a physician, utilizing mutually approved written protocols, providing primary health care to university students in the form of primary prevention, health education, women's health, assessment and treatment of health problems in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, Composite Medical Board and rules and regulations established by the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities

Significant Duties & Responsibilities include: Obtain complete, detailed and accurate histories: review patient records to develop comprehensive medical status reports: order laboratory, radiological and diagnostic studies appropriate for the condition of the patient.; Perform complete physical examinations and record pertinent data in the electronic medical record (EMR).; Analyze, interpret, and evaluate subjective and objective findings to develop an assessment in order to initiate a treatment plan or referral to appropriate physician or provider.; Collaborate/consult with the physician as indicated. Consult, refer, and collaborate with other disciplines involved in the delivery of total patient care.; Devise, implement, and evaluate plans of care, utilizing sound clinical judgments based on assessment of the physical, psychological, emotional, societal, and environmental needs of the patient.; Promote healthy living through education and primary prevention. Provide patient education regarding medications, treatments, anticipated outcomes, and referrals.; Provide appropriate documentation in the EMR.; Attend and participate in staff meetings, committee meetings and special task forces. Participate in continuous quality improvement activities of the Department of Student Affairs.; Promote collegial relationships with other clinical staff and providers in the community and in the counseling services department.; Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional growthy by involvement in continuing education, Peer review, and the review of protocols and procedures.; Maintain current licensure, national certification and Georgia Board recognition as a nurse practitioner.; Must be in compliance with the Composite Medical Board in regard to prescriptive authority and National Provider Identifier (NPI) credentials.; Maintain confidentiality of all patient medical records and follow HIPPA guidelines.; Follow all safety and other risk management policies in performance of work.; Provide all medicine in accordance with accepted practice standards of care, protocols and state licensing guidelines.; Renders first aid services as needed.; Perform other duties as required.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications include: Unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse and as a Nurse Practitioner in Georgia with prescriptive authority in collaboration with an MD as detailed in the Composite Medical Board requirements.; Provide NPI credentials.; Must have a Master's degree or higher from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with a National Certification from The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners National Certification Board, The American Nurses Credentialing Center, or The National Certification Corporation.; Must have 4 years experience as a practicing Advanced Practice Registered Nurse.; Successively complete a background investigation and urine drug screening prior to employment.; Will be subject to random drug screening.

Proposed Salary

The proposed annualized salary range for this position is $87,000 - $96,000 and includes full benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities include: Must be able to communicate effectively with diverse population.; Must possess basic computer skills.; Must have the ability to develop written and EMR reports in a clear and concise manner.; Must be able to manage time efficiently and effectively.; Must be able to perform accurate and thorough physical assessment including Pap smear, STD
screening, breast exam and testicular exams.; Must be able to document concise, appropriate, significant information related to patient assessment.; Must be able to educate patient on health maintenance and illness prevention practices including: care of pregnant patient in the first trimester prior to first appointment with OB/GYN provider.; Must be able to perform technical skills including: venipuncture: administration of intravenous fluids including IV push medications: obtaining and reading wet mounts: incision and drainage of wounds: dressing changes; repair of simple lacerations using suture, skin adhesive or staples; suture removal; burn care; cryo-therapy of simple warts; other minor office based surgeries; treatment of STD lesions and/or results of STD testing; obtaining cultures; nebulizer treatments and administration of oxygen.; Must be able to prescribe medications, dispense with instructions and follow up on results.; Must be able to identify emotional needs of patient and make referrals if necessary.; Must have the ability to interact in a professional manner with superior, peers and subordinates.; Must be able to collaborate with supervising physicians.; Must be able to function effectively during times of stress.; Must serve as a role model to students, peers, faculty and staff and community at large.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact Victoria Roebuck, Hiring Manager, via email at roebuck_victoria@columbusstate.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.

*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

Position of Trust + Education + 9 panel drug test

Special Applicant Instructions

Visit Columbus State University's online Careers portal to drive your career with us! The online applicant system provides you with the ability to review job opportunities and apply to those that you are interested in and feel qualified for. Each job posting has a summary description of the position and required qualifications. All job applications must be submitted through the online portal system.

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=30000&JobOpeningId=296677&PostingSeq=1