Family Nurse Practitioner

Job Title : Family Nurse Practitioner

Location : Albany State Rec. Location

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Full / Part Time : Full-Time

Job ID : 271652

About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705.

The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.

Job Summary

The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) demonstrates commitment to the University's mission and the student population by assisting students In reaching optimal academic success through wellness, episodic assessment, diagnostics and treatment

The FNP provides episodic care to enrolled students experiencing minor illnesses, sprains and strains. These services may Include assessment and treatment and / or follow-up and referrals.

There is no overnight stay; however, minimum confinement for observation If symptoms indicate. The nursing staff provides health maintenance assistance to students with chronic health problems via medical referral to regional health care providers.

The FNP also provides health promotion activities through workshops, health fairs, blood drives, classroom lectures, dorm presentations and community collaboratives.

Responsibilities

• Review medical history and medical records.
• Conduct physical assessment.
• Assess, diagnose and treat based on national clinical guidelines.
• Provide medical care based on scope of practice and clinical guidelines In family practice.
• Develop, implement and assess patient outcomes.
• Provide direct medical services utilizing Clinical Guidelines in Family Practice, National Institute of Health, WORLD Health Organization and GA Department of Public Health.
• Provide continuity of care through referrals and local agencies using HIPAA Compliance.
• Provide campus guidance regarding possible or actual epidemic or pandemic.
• Plan, design and implement health education programming, health outreach and Ask A Nurse to the Albany State University community.
• Obtain Continuing Education Units (CEUs) as required by state licensing and regulatory boards.
• Participate In professional development through self-directed professional reading, webinars, workshops, conferences, seminars, and / or training as required by the Director of Student Health Services and / or Vice President of Student Affairs.
• Provide linkage with other campus departments and community partners as appropriate, within ethical guidelines and using HIPAA Compliance.
• Maintain compliance with Departmental policies and procedures.
• Participate in student / parent sessions and resource fairs during New Student Orientation, Open House and Parent University.
• Collaborate with campus stakeholders and build community partnerships.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director or the Vice President of Student Affairs to support the goals and mission of Student Health Services, the Division of Student Affairs and Albany State University.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in Nursing

Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Registered Professional Nurse

1 years experience in a Nursing Practitioner role

Preferred Qualifications

Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Registered Professional Nurse with 3 years experience In a Nurse Practitioner role.

Proposed Salary

Salary range is from $69,462 to $73,000

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE :

• Knowledge of Scope of Practice.
• Knowledge of clinical guidelines in family practice.
• Knowledge of clinical skills to Include assessment, diagnostic and treatment based on national recommended clinical guidelines for medical care Ex : CDC, NIH, WHO,
• Knowledge of concepts of continuity of care.
• Knowledge of basic EMR and its integration with telemedicine.
• Knowledge of issues related to physical development, health and wellness.
• Knowledge of physical, social, and psychosocial Issues due to human growth and development.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention and de-escalation.
• Knowledge of ethical, legal and professional standards.

SKILLS :

• Ability to "pivot" based on clinical demands.
• Proficiency with CPR and use of Narcan
• Proficiency with basic medical equipment.
• Analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong professional, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Organizational, detail-orientated, multi-tasking and time management skills.
• Proficiency with basic office equipment.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications.

ABILITIES :

• Ability to synthesize patient education to Improve patient compliance.
• Ability to pay attention to details.
• Ability to serve as patient advocate.
• Ability to offer services to people from different backgrounds

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Recourses at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.

edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at [email protected].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 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

We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.

Respect

We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.

Community

We strive to build community and value a good mindset.

Teamwork

We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.

Learning

We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have :

• a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and / or approved departmental purchase card usage
• a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
• a successful pre-employment drug test

Equal Employment Opportunity

Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution.

It is the policy 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 (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.

O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026.

Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.