Nurse Practitioner - Student Health Center

At Marymount University, we believe meaningful work happens when talented people come together with shared purpose. We serve not only our students—but one another—creating a culture where teamwork, adaptability, and resilience are part of everyday practice,

Located in Arlington, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, D.C., Marymount offers a dynamic and forward-looking environment where innovation is encouraged and flexibility is valued. We understand that higher education is evolving, and we embrace change with creativity, responsiveness, and a solutions-oriented mindset.

Our faculty and staff thrive in a community that prioritizes communication, cross-functional collaboration, and service-driven leadership. Whether working directly with students or supporting them behind the scenes, every role contributes to a shared mission: helping students grow, succeed, and lead with purpose and confidence.

Position Title: Nurse Practitioner

Department: Health & Wellness

Reports to: Director, Student Health Services

Status: Full Time

Primary Location: Main Campus

Position Summary:

The NP assesses, interprets and evaluates patient status, develops health care plans and initiates patient communication and education. Develops, implements and evaluates relevant health education and promotion programs directed toward the student population. The Nurse Practitioner independently manages a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, interprets diagnostic tests and provides comprehensive follow-up care. The NP serves as a clinical resource and mentor to nursing and ancillary staff, ensuring continuity of care and alignment with current best practices. In this setting, the NP plays a key role in patient triage, emergency stabilization when needed, and coordination of off-campus referrals when needed.

Essential Functions:

• Provides health promotion, illness prevention, and patient education
• Assesses patient concerns of acute & chronic nature
• Performs complete relevant physical examination, provides appropriate management according to standards of care and document assessment and plan
• Obtains medical history
• Evaluates therapeutic responses and contacts patients for evaluation of treatment
• Prescribes medication as appropriate
• Orders and interprets lab work and radiology studies
• Participates in health & well-being educational outreach activities
• Collaborates with other departments within Student Affairs and the University
• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as appropriate

Non-Essential Functions:

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Masters Degree
• Minimum of one year of clinical practice as NP
• Confident in clinical decision-making and capable of managing a population of diverse student presentations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in college health, urgent care, ED or primary care settings

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Oral & written communication skills
• Knowledge of adolescent/young adult development
• Competent with electronic health records
• Effective in working with individuals from diverse ethnic, cultural & socioeconomic backgrounds
• Knowledge of medical equipment/tools (including blood pressure monitor, stethoscope, otoscope, opththalmoscope, syringes and needles, nebulizer, blood drawing equipment, pulse oximeter, glucose monitor, peak flow device, EKG machine), medical test products (such as Quick-Vue Strep and HCG tests, urinalysis), medical terminology, and clinical best practices

Licensure/Certifications:

Licensed by the State of Virginia as 1) Registered Nurse, 2) Nurse Practitioner with Rx Authority, 4) DEA Certification, 5) Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner (Family or Adult focus), 6) CPR certified

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to perform physical tasks associated with patient care, including but not limited to: performing minor procedures, treating patients both on an exam table, and on the ground, and responding effectively to medical emergencies. This role requires the ability to lift up to 25 lbs, stand for extended periods and quickly transition between tasks in a clinical setting.

Must also be able to respond rapidly to clinical emergencies, assist in patient transfers, and position patients for exams or procedures. Manual dexterity, visual acuity and fine motor skills are necessary to perform technical procedures and operate clinical equipment safely.

Please note that this role is in-person and based in Arlington, VA. Position will be open until filled. 

Compensation/Total Rewards 

The salary for this position is $108,000.  It is competitive, market-based, and aligned with the University’s financial framework, ensuring your skills and experience are recognized and rewarded. But your total compensation goes well beyond your salary. As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; FSA or HSA; employee assistance program; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; contributions to the University’s 403(b) retirement plan; financial planning; identity theft protection; pet insurance; credit union and more. Interested in continuing your education? Our tuition remission program supports your professional growth and lifelong learning, and is also open to covered dependents.  On top of that, our generous paid time off plan gives you the flexibility to recharge and maintain balance in your personal and professional life.  

Qualified candidates are invited to apply via our career portal by submitting a cover letter addressing their qualifications related to the information listed above, along with a resume.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and employment verification, and other role related requirements such as motor vehicle and/or drug screening.

Marymount University is an equal opportunity employer. Marymount University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected bases under applicable federal and local laws and regulations in any of its programs or its activities, including employment and admission.  The university also expressly prohibits any form of sex discrimination and sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, dating and domestic violence, rape, sexual assault, sexual exploitation and stalking in any of its programs or activities, including employment and admission.  For more information, please visit:  https://marymount.edu/student-life/health-wellness/title-ix-2/

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