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Nurse Practitioner
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Position Number: 5829687
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Position Type: Health and Medical Services

Nurse Practitioner - 35567 University Staff

Description
Nurse Practitioner

Wellness Center

Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students. The work location for this position is on-site/hybrid eligible. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Salary Range: $82,228 - $106,100 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.

Benefits at a Glance

At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:

Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
Further Your Education: Avail nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
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Summary

The Nurse Practitioner in a student-based Wellness Center that treats patients from a variety of age groups with a variety of health needs. This position is responsible for providing health care to patients of the UCCS Wellness Center as directed by nurse practitioner scope of practice and clinic protocols.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
Evaluates and treats a wide variety of adolescent/adult patients with a variety of health care needs
Completes histories, thorough assessments, and physical examinations on all patients with appropriate documentation reflected in medical records in a timely manner.
Differentiates patient care situations which require acute and non-acute action and responds accordingly.
Triages walk-in urgent health care situations and coordinates with emergency medical responders forsafe transport to local emergency rooms if deemed necessary.
Effectively documents exam findings in a timely manner.
Refers patients requiring care that is beyond the scope of the Nurse Practitioner's practice to community providers.
Works with medical assistant to contact patients requiring follow up care and documents accordingly.
Assists medical director and executive director with other duties as assigned.

Tentative Search Timeline

Priority will be given to applications submitted by: December 9, 2024
Potential interview dates: December 10-16, 2024
Potential start date: January 13, 2025

All employees of the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) are required to complete training on policies and procedures administered by the Office of Institutional Equity (OIE), under the supervision of the Associate Vice Chancellor of Institutional Equity/Title IX Coordinator. Required training includes: understanding and reporting conduct prohibited by the sexual misconduct, protected class nondiscrimination, and conflicts of interest in cases of amorous relationships policies, related retaliation, and compliance with accommodations regarding disability, pregnancy or related conditions, and religion. All employees are also designated as "responsible employees" and are required to report conduct prohibited under these policies, and student disclosures of pregnancy or related conditions directly to the OIE and to provide OIE's contact information to any student disclosing pregnancy or related conditions. More information is available at: Policies and Resolution Procedures | Office of Institutional Equity (uccs.edu).

Note: This job description outlines this role's general responsibilities, qualifications, and physical requirements at UCCS. It is not an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. The university reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and responsibilities as needed to meet the university's needs.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a Master's degree in Nursing to qualify for the position.
Specialty certification as an Adult or Family Nurse Practitioner by a national certification agency is needed prior to start date.
Current Colorado licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse is required within 30 days of start date.
Must have prescriptive authority or provisional authority within 30 days of start date.
Experience as a Nurse Practitioner is preferred.
Experience working with college aged population is preferred.

UCCS is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.
Special Instructions to Applicants: · Applications submitted by 12/9/2024 will receive full consideration. · Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 35567). · Official transcripts will be required upon hire. · Upon request, please be prepared to provide five professional references (at least two previous/current supervisors), including their email contact information. If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu. Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications. When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials

Job Category: Health Care

Primary Location: Colorado Springs Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40226 - VCEMSA-Aux-Wellness Center

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Nov 25, 2024

Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Billie Baptiste Posting Contact Email: bbaptist@uccs.edu Position Number: 00791418