Student Health Nurse

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Student Health Nurse to join our team for the remainder of the current academic year. The Student Health Nurse contributes to the delivery of primary care for students by utilizing appropriate scientific theory and demonstrating clinically sound skills as a basis for making decisions within the realm of nursing practice specific to college health. The Student Health Nurse serves as a member of the health care team to manage the common health concerns of walk-in patients utilizing nursing protocols and by collaborating with and referring to the physician and nurse practitioners as indicated and preparing patients for exams by provider. Specific wellness and health education is demonstrated as a part of direct patient care and as outreach on campus.

This position is for the academic year, and is full-time benefit and paid leave eligible position. There is a possibility for continued employment, based on organizational needs.

Salary for this position is $2,500 every two weeks, through the end of the academic year, May 23, 2025.  

Responsibilities:

• Provides care to individuals to ensure physical and mental well-being as defined by nursing protocol.
• Evaluates current care plans, completes assessments, develops specialized treatment plans, documents medical activity, and analyzes patient data and results to help diagnosis and treat illnesses and diseases.
• Collaborates and refers to physician and nurse practitioner when indicated.
• Coordinates care when indicated with on and off campus referral sources including emergency facilities, counseling, public health, lab and x-ray, private health care providers, and family planning.
• Keeps an accurate and complete patient record using EMR.
• Educates patients and their support systems on how to manage conditions and to promote the health and well-being of patients and those around them.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Participates in collaborative activities with the Student Health Services team by working in the clinic to prepare clients for exam by provider. This includes opening/setting up clinic in preparation for patients according to clinic protocol, setting up patients (rooming) patients according to protocol, and closing clinic according to protocol.
• Maintains current CPR certification and RN licensure in the State of Wisconsin or affiliated compact state.
• Completes tasks assigned that contribute to quality assurance of clinic. This includes providing telephone assessment, triage, and tracking inventory levels and place replenishment orders.
• Embraces and supports diversity as a part of the educational process. Acknowledges and respects the differences that race, culture, sexual orientation, age and gender bring to society and how that impacts on delivery of health and mental health care.
• This position may involve minimal work expectations outside of normal UW-Platteville office hours, e.g. night hours, weekend commitments, travel out of town, etc.
•  The Student Health Nurse may develop and promote education activities to the community, peers, and/or students that will enhance health and wellness for the UW-Platteville student community.
• Participates in medical research as needed in collaboration with medical professionals and internal and external stakeholders

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Associate of Science in Nursing (AdN).
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Wisconsin or an affiliated compact state.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Skilled in providing direct care, conducting health assessments, and managing common illnesses and injuries.
• Proficient in handling medical emergencies, administering CPR, and delivering first aid.
• Basic knowledge of mental health issues common among college students (e.g., anxiety, depression) with the ability to provide initial support or referrals.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to educate individuals and groups on self-care, healthy habits, and illness prevention.
• Experienced in maintaining accurate and confidential health records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Knowledgeable in ensuring compliance with healthcare laws and campus policies (e.g., HIPAA).

Why It’s Great to be a Pioneer:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers 47 baccalaureate and 10 master's programs. It possesses institutional strengths in middle level education, engineering, industrial technology, agriculture, criminal justice and business. The campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest and most historic community. The region offers excellent school systems, high quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville is a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin.

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Application Deadline:

Applications must be submitted through our online applicant portal, applications due by: November 4, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

How to Apply:

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of application addressing all required qualifications
• A current resume
• Contact information (name, telephone number, and email address) for 3 professional references.
• Additional documents as needed

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Kari Hill, hillkar@uwplatt.edu

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Our mission is to foster a diverse environment that contributes to an inclusive culture and climate by promoting critical discourse and meaningful interactions between all members of our campus community.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse, inclusive and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff and students, and is an AA/EEO Employer. A criminal background check is required for employment. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. at time of hire.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.