Universtiy of Illinois UrbanaChampaign
Location
Urbana, IL | United States
Job description
Full Practice Authority APRN - Medical Clinics McKinley Health Center Job Summary Provides primary health care services including health screening and ambulatory care for eligible students at the University of Illinois.
Duties and Responsibilities Duties are listed in order of greatest importance. Other responsibilities may be assigned. - Independent Patient Care Responsibilities (95%)
1. Take patient histories, sufficient to address the patient's chief complaint and other health concerns.
2. Conduct all aspects of a comprehensive physical examination including auscultation, percussion, inspection, and palpation.
3. Competently performs pelvic examinations, orthopedic examinations, neurological screening examinations, mental status examinations, and other medically necessary examinations as needed.
4. Competently perform all tests permissible to do in the physician-operated laboratory (e.g. fecal occult blood testing, urine dipstick, dipstick pregnancy testing, vaginal wet prep microscopy, and KOH prep microscopy.)
5. Accurately interpret and evaluate patient data, including initial reading of x-ray films.
6. Diagnose and treat common acute illnesses, infectious diseases, minor trauma, and chronic conditions or diseases regardless of the patient's initial complaint(s).
7. Prescribe, administer, and dispense prescription and nonprescription medications and medical devices.
8. Make referrals to other providers as appropriate to facilitate treatment plans (e.g. referrals to emergency department, PT, OT, nutritionist, orthopedics, mental health, dermatology).
9. Consult with other physicians and/or health care professionals to confirm difficult diagnoses and facilitate an appropriate treatment plan.
10. Ensure that patients receive adequate education to effectively participate in their diagnostic and therapeutic plan and that they understand and assent to that plan and understand other appropriate alternatives.
11. Educate patients on health promotion and disease prevention.
12. Follow up with patients to review lab test results and progress in an appropriate and timely manner.
13. Complete all visit documentation in an appropriate and timely manner as determined by policy.
14. Develop and maintain the technical skills necessary to provide excellent and efficient patient care. This includes competency with computer applications that enhance individual patient care and the efficiency of the health center.
15. Be efficient in the care of patients concerning time spent with patients, number of patients seen, and resources utilized, such as laboratory, X-ray studies, consultations, pharmaceuticals, and supplies.
16. Be effective in the care of patients, concerning overall patient outcomes and satisfaction.
17. Adhere to established Health Center policies and procedures including maintenance of records.
18. Display competency in diagnosis and procedure coding.
19. Provide patient access by staffing clinics and special events per policy.
20. Perform CPR in emergencies as indicated.
- Practice and General Responsibilities (5%)
21. Actively participate in McKinley's quality improvement and risk management programs and its peer review processes as outlined in policy and annual plans.
22. Attend and participate in assigned McKinley and campus committees.
23. Participate in university and health center promotions and promotional material as needed.
24. Share staffing responsibilities for late-hour and weekend clinics, as assigned.
25. Utilize other members of the health care team appropriate to their skill level, licensure, and classification.
26. Treat patients, staff, and colleagues with courtesy and respect.
27. Responsible and accountable to support and ensure a culture of safety, quality and risk management including compliance with ethics.
28. Stay informed of the newest developments in medicine by attending educational conferences, literature reviews, and consulting with other medical personnel.
29. Maintain a current Illinois license, Illinois Licensed Controlled Substance registration and federal DEA controlled drug registration.
30. Register and maintain access to the Illinois Prescription Monitoring Program.
31. Assume appropriate related additional duties to further the mission of the unit.
Physical Demands - Standing : Frequently
- Walking : Frequently
- Stairs : Occasionally
- Sitting : Occasionally
- Lifting/Carrying : Occasionally
- Talking : Frequently
- Hearing : Frequently
- Repetitive Motions : Occasionally
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination : Frequently
- Visual Acuity : Frequently
Working Conditions - Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) : Frequently
Minimum Qualifications State of Illinois Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Full Practice Authority license
Illinois Licensed Controlled Substance, including Schedule II medications
Preferred Qualifications Experience in college health.
Appointment Information This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. Salary is commensurate with experience with a starting rate of $ $116,436.32.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by
6:00 pm (CST) on March 13, 2024 . Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Tiffany Rice. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify . .All McKinley Health Center Employees are required to comply with the Employee Immunization Policy
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing
[email protected] .
Requisition ID : 1021090
Job Category : Technical
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