Per Diem Nurse Practitioner

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Job Description

Smith College’s Schacht Center for Health and Wellness is seeking an experienced and compassionate Per Diem Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team temporarily, covering 20-24 hours per week during a leave of absence. There may be an opportunity for additional hours as needed once the leave of absence concludes. This role offers an excellent opportunity to support the health and wellness of our students in a dynamic, inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care (75%)

• Provides direct care, treatment and medications to patients needing medical care.
• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care according to the needs of each patient, based on appropriate standards of practice and relevant policies and procedures.
• Participates in interdisciplinary care team meetings, refers to other Schacht Center providers, and collaborates with other disciplines at Smith College as needed.
• Orders diagnostic and surveillance testing and referrals to speciality care  as outlined by Health Services and College policies and procedures and best practices.
• Prescribes medications and controlled substances according to applicable state and federal laws, best practices and Schacht Center College Policy and Procedures.
• Reviews relevant patient data and keeps necessary documentation, including patient assessments, care, progress notes and any other required charting to maintain complete and accurate medical records.
• Follows universal precautions when exposed to blood and bodily fluids.
• Provides appropriate immunizations and participates in immunization clinics as needed.

Maintain timely clinical records. (15%)

• Document assessments, clinical appointments and documentation of other patient follow-up in a manner consistent with the Schacht Center policies and best practices.
• Review students' records and files to determine the progress, effectiveness, and appropriateness of treatment services offered.
• Responds to students' messages and requests for medication refills as clinically appropriate. Documents follow-up in the electronic health record, with attention to confidentiality as required by state and federal laws.

​Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of the Schacht Center or Director of Medical Operations (10%)

• Attend staff meetings and treatment plan meetings as needed.
• Work effectively as a member of the Medical Services staff and the Schacht Center for Health and Wellness.
• Attend Student Affairs divisional meetings and collaborate, as appropriate, with campus partners.
• Provide and attend in-service training.
• Participate in outreach programming.
• Participates in programs of quality assurance, peer review and continuing education.
• Attends required educational seminars to maintain licensure.
• Understands and contributes to the implementation of department and institutional goals for achieving non-discrimination and creating a multicultural environment.

Requirements:

Licenses/Certifications: Active RN and APRN (FNP-C) licenses in Massachusetts, along with a Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration, DEA registration, and current CPR/BLS certification.

Preferred Experience:

Background working with young adults or college populations, with an understanding of developmental and mental health concerns.

Skills:

Ability to work autonomously within the NP scope, while effectively collaborating with a team. Commitment to fostering a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Please attach/upload a current resume and cover letter in order for your application to be considered for this position.

Position Type:

Fixed Term

About Smith College

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women’s colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts.  A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.

As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of  equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty.  The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.