Seeking a highly motived registered nurse to provide professional nursing care to students at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh through assessment, planning, evaluation, and intervention to ensure physical and mental well-being. Utilizing advanced assessment skills and nursing protocols, the registered nurse will provide direct care for minor acute illnesses, via in person and phone triage, and manage clinic schedules to maximize clinic efficiency.  The registered nurse will take an active leadership role with supervising student staff, assist with freshman student orientation, provide guest lectures, and participate in outreach events. Must be able to perform clinical job responsibilities independently with direct supervision guidance and consultation by licensed, board-certified providers.

Anticipated working hours include 7:45am-4:30pm Monday through Friday during the academic calendar with reduced or limited hours during scheduled academic breaks and summer. This is a salaried position with a specific amount of compensation regardless of the number of hours worked per day. Must commit to a flexible work schedule which might include some evening and/or weekend hours throughout the academic year.

(75%) DIRECT PATIENT CARE:

• Provide patient care nurse visits utilizing standing orders with support from a licensed provider, including patient assessment, nursing diagnosis, interventions, and evaluation. Examples include urinary tract infection, emergency contraception, acute pharyngitis, allergy injection, upper respiratory infection, STI screening/treatment, etc.
• Provide health education based on evidence-based practice resources and best practice guidelines.
• Administer medications and injections per standing order or provider order. Monitor for reaction and document in the electronic medical record.
• Obtains lab specimens per standing order or provider order such as rapid strep, drug screens and urine specimens. Cross trained to perform CLIA waived testing and phlebotomy.
• Provide in-person and phone triage services for patients who walk-in, call, or contact the Student Health Center electronically.
• Educate patients on how and when to use the health care delivery system and how to identify personnel resources.
• Document interactions as part of the permanent medical record including patient symptoms, education given, and disposition plan for the individual.
• Initiates and provides emergency care as needed, including intravenous therapy.
• Demonstrates ability to remain calm in stressful, urgent situations.
• Performs and covers front desk duties as needed.
• Meets needs of providers in assigned clinic area when needed with rooming and assisting with appointments.  Anticipates needs of medical provider based on evaluation of patient schedule and reason for visit. Prepares patient and exam room accordingly and assists medical provider in appointment as needed.  Examples include:
  • • Rooms patients, collects vitals and patient history according to standards.
    • Performs peak flows and oximetry.
    • Performs nebulizer treatments and/or other clinical procedures.
    • Cleans exam room and equipment, cupboards and restocks exam rooms as needed. 

(15%) INDIRECT PATIENT CARE

• Provide leadership with facilitation of clinic efficiency and effectiveness by working collaboratively with other team members. Recommend and implement changes that result in improved clinic functioning and best practices of care. 
• Serve in a leadership role coordinating the daily operations with other clinical staff. 
• Provide direct supervision of student staff (certified nursing assistants) which includes development of the onboarding program, employee performance, and scheduled hours based on clinic need.
• Responsible for maintaining the ordering, inventory, and stocking of the medication dispensary formulary.
• Responsible for ordering pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and other medications needed for clinical operations.
• Provide consultation to certified medical assistants and certified nursing assistants to ensure best practice.
• Demonstrate ability to use critical thinking and good decision making.

(10%) OTHER DUTIES

• Participate in student programs and events on campus representing the Student Health Cetner.
• Serve as a resource person for other clinic and community personnel and agencies, including public health.
• Serve as a preceptor for new staff and students seeking clinical experiences. 
• Maintains accreditation standards for the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) for assigned chapter(s).
• Completes one quality study annually which demonstrates quality improvement according to the AAAHC standards.
• Participates in the registered nurse peer review process and oversees the peer review process for other clinical staff members.
• Coordinates and participates in delivering influenza clinics, TB clinics, and other outreach health services as deemed necessary.

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state of Wisconsin or Nurse Compact License
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification or the ability to obtain within 1 month of start date.
• Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, use of electronic mail and electronic medical records systems.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

• 1 year experience as a registered nurse in ambulatory primary care setting providing direct patient care.
• Experience in public speaking, providing educational programming and/or classroom instruction.
• Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

Resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 professional references

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166.

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by September 9, 2024 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

AA/EO Statement
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (UWO) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. We strongly encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans to apply. UWO, in compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Work Authorization
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWO Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see https://uwosh.edu/police/, or call UWO’s Police Department, at (920) 424-1212 for a paper copy.

Campus Security Authority (Clery Act)
This position is a designated Campus Security Authority and is obligated under the Clery Act to notify the Dispatch Supervisor/Records Custodian at the UW Oshkosh Police Department of alleged Clery Crimes that have been reported to them or alleged Clery Crimes that they have directly witnessed.