"Univ Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner"

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PositionCertified Registered Nurse PractitionerPosting NumberS00279Employment TypeRegular Status - Continuing AppointmentFull Time or Part TimeFull TimeCampusDepartmentPA Thrive PartnershipContract or Position Start Date06/14/2021Job Summary/Basic FunctionDistinguishing features of this position: This position requires significant experience in the treatment of individuals with sexually transmitted diseases (STIs) to include HIV medical competence and the necessary skill set required to effectively care for marginalized and underserved patient populations. This work includes acts of medical diagnosis and prescription of medical therapeutics or corrective measures in collaboration with and under the direction of physician licensed to practice medicine in Pennsylvania. This position will work closely with the Infectious Disease Specialist, Coordinator of Clinical Operations, and supportive staff.

Typical work activities:

• Manage care and treatment of STIs and HIV-infected patients, including the treatment of opportunistic infections, and side effects of the prescribed medications.

• Educate peers and or supportive staff on treatment guidelines, opportunistic infections, and disease progression

• Provide health care team with the latest information about STIs and HIV disease and treatment protocols to include ordering and evaluating laboratory studies, STI and HIV treatment regiments, which may include the prescribing of antibiotics for the prevention or treatment of opportunistic infection.

• Provide medical assessment and prescription of therapeutic measures, promotion and maintenance of health, prevention of illness including opportunistic infections, guidance and counseling of patients and families, and referral to other health care providers as appropriate.

• Provide comprehensive medical assessment to include sexual health assessment and screening and treatment for sexually transmitted diseases.

• Maintain accurate medical record to reflect treatment plan

• Provide dictated note for each patient after an office visit

• Oversight and support of nursing and medical assistance staff.

Full performance knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices, procedures and terminology of STI and HIV medicine

• Comprehensive knowledge of the diagnosis, treatment, care, and prevention of diseases, allergies, and ailments

• Adherence to Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Regulations and advanced nursing practices.

• Knowledge of the administration of STI to include HIV services in an outpatient ambulatory setting

• Knowledge of STI screening and treatment to include Hepatitis C infection.

• Ability to plan, organize, and supervise the treatment of patients

• Ability to direct and participate in specialized research in the field of infectious disease medicine when appropriate

• Ability to work as a member of a health care team

• Ability to identify clinical trials appropriate for patient medical needs when appropriate

• Requirement to provide some coverage on the after hour on-call schedule.

Required QualificationsCRNP from an accredited program and licensed to practice medicine in Pennsylvania as a nurse practitioner.

Preferred QualificationsPrior Experience in the diagnosis and treatment of HIV/AIDS.

Special Instructions to ApplicantsClarion University/Northwest Alliance will be hiring two (2) Certified Registered Nurse Practitioners. One of these positions is in our Clarion Office and the other is in our Erie Office.

Please specify in your cover letter, which office or offices you wish to be considered for.

Additional InformationApplicants must complete a successful on campus interview. Prior to employment the successful candidate will be required to obtain and submit current clearances from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Pennsylvania State Police and the FBI.

Applicants must apply on line at https://jobs.clarion.edu

Review of applications will begin June 1, 2021.

Clarion University of Pennsylvania is committed to equal employment and equal educational opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or other classifications that are protected under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct equal opportunity inquiries to the Director of Social Equity, Clarion University of Pennsylvania Carrier Administration Building, Clarion, PA 16214-1232. E-mail asalsgiver@clarion.edu or phone 814-393-2109.

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