Nurse Practitioner
Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!
Who We Are
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students. The work location for this position is on-site/hybrid eligible. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.
At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery--a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.
Salary Range: $82,228 - $106,100 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.
Benefits at a Glance
At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
- Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
- Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
- Further Your Education: Avail nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
- Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
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Summary
The Nurse Practitioner in a student-based Wellness Center that treats patients from a variety of age groups with a variety of health needs. This position is responsible for providing health care to patients of the UCCS Wellness Center as directed by nurse practitioner scope of practice and clinic protocols.
Essential Functions
- The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
- Evaluates and treats a wide variety of adolescent/adult patients with a variety of health care needs
- Completes histories, thorough assessments, and physical examinations on all patients with appropriate documentation reflected in medical records in a timely manner.
- Differentiates patient care situations which require acute and non-acute action and responds accordingly.
- Triages walk-in urgent health care situations and coordinates with emergency medical responders forsafe transport to local emergency rooms if deemed necessary.
- Effectively documents exam findings in a timely manner.
- Refers patients requiring care that is beyond the scope of the Nurse Practitioner's practice to community providers.
- Works with medical assistant to contact patients requiring follow up care and documents accordingly.
- Assists medical director and executive director with other duties as assigned.
Tentative Search Timeline
- Priority will be given to applications submitted by: December 9, 2024
- Potential interview dates: December 10-16, 2024
- Potential start date: January 13, 2025
All employees of the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) are required to complete training on policies and procedures administered by the Office of Institutional Equity (OIE), under the supervision of the Associate Vice Chancellor of Institutional Equity/Title IX Coordinator. Required training includes: understanding and reporting conduct prohibited by the sexual misconduct, protected class nondiscrimination, and conflicts of interest in cases of amorous relationships policies, related retaliation, and compliance with accommodations regarding disability, pregnancy or related conditions, and religion. All employees are also designated as "responsible employees" and are required to report conduct prohibited under these policies, and student disclosures of pregnancy or related conditions directly to the OIE and to provide OIE's contact information to any student disclosing pregnancy or related conditions. More information is available at: Policies and Resolution Procedures | Office of Institutional Equity (uccs.edu).
Note: This job description outlines this role's general responsibilities, qualifications, and physical requirements at UCCS. It is not an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. The university reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and responsibilities as needed to meet the university's needs.
