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Arizona State University

Public research university in Tempe, AZ

Nurse Practitioner

Advanced Practice ProvidersPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeTempe, AZ, USA$106.1k - $112k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree and five years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment or field, or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • An associate or bachelor's degree with a major in nursing from a State Board of Nursing-approved school of nursing, satisfactory completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program, current licensure to practice nursing in Arizona, and certification as a Nurse Practitioner by the State Board of Nursing.
  • For applicable license cohorts, a master's degree in a health-related area has been required since January 1, 2001, and a master's degree in nursing has been required since November 13, 2005; registered Nurse Practitioners board certified before January 1, 2001, in good standing with a current license continue to meet the minimum qualifications.
  • Maintain a valid Arizona driver's license.
  • Wear a respirator for the job and meet the position's specific vaccination requirements.
  • Be able to lift more than 50 pounds.
  • Submit a cover letter and resume or curriculum vitae, with employment history in month-and-year format, job title, duties, and employer name.
  • Pass the required pre-employment background and fingerprint checks.
  • Current, unrestricted Arizona Registered Nurse license or valid multistate compact Registered Nurse license with authorization to practice in Arizona.

Responsibilities

  • Provide medical care and treatment to patients in settings such as a student health center, health clinic, or research study.
  • Determine and formulate health histories and perform physical examinations.
  • Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' clinical problems.
  • Determine and manage minor or acute illnesses and initiate symptomatic treatment.
  • Provide initial care for emergencies such as illness or injury and arrange continuing care.
  • Conduct ongoing health care and clinical management of stable, chronically ill patients.
  • Maintain an ongoing health education program with the assistance and guidance of a health educator.
  • Conduct educational sessions during patient visits to ensure patients understand their conditions and treatment.
  • Collaborate with other health care team personnel regarding client treatment.
  • Prescribe medication or other forms of treatment.
  • Document medical records of client encounters.
  • Refer patients to outside medical and support service facilities.
  • Participate in research studies by recruiting and screening potential participants, determining whether eligibility criteria are met, and completing required forms for each study.
  • Participate in teaching students, including nurse practitioners and medical residents as needed.
  • Serve students at other campus locations as needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • Hold current Registered Nurse Practitioner certification issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
  • Have experience in primary care or an applicable specialty.
  • Have clinical experience in a primary care setting; new graduates will be considered.
  • Have experience working in a college health setting.
  • Have experience working with a student population or a desire to do so.
  • Have experience with electronic medical record systems.
  • Have effective communication skills.
  • Have leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
  • Have punctuality, organizational skills, and the ability to function within a team.
  • Contribute to affirming and inclusive services that promote well-being and advance health equity for communities and people seeking compassionate care.

About the Company

Arizona State University

Public research university in Tempe, AZ

Arizona State University is a public research university with campuses across metropolitan Phoenix and extensive online programs. Its education and research span a broad range of academic fields.

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