"Nurse Practitioner (10 - Month)"

Job Description

Job ID: 290930

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern! Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds! Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world. To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

General Health Services

Job Summary

Work in collaboration with and under the direct and indirect supervision of a physician, using a mutually approved advanced practice registered nurse protocol agreement, to provide primary healthcare to students and eligible members of University community in accordance with Nurse Practice Act and rules and regulations established by State of Georgia. This position has been identified by Federal Law (Jeanne Clery Act) as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), with significant student and campus responsibilities. CSA's are obligated to report crimes reported to them which occurred on campus, in public areas bordering campus and in certain non-campus buildings owned or controlled (leased) by the University.

Responsibilities

• Participate in clinical research
• Assist with the Health Education staff of Health Services with on-campus health education programming activities
• Participate in staff meetings and in staff committees, cooperates with peers and others, and maintains competency through continuing education as per Health Services policies
• Provide advisory and educational services to the greater community
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient records
• Obtain complete, detailed and accurate histories; review patient records to develop comprehensive medical status reports; order laboratory, radiological and diagnostic studies appropriate for condition of patient
• Perform physical examinations and record pertinent data in electronic medical record
• Participate in the education and preceptorship of student learners and new staff members
• Maintain professional affiliations
• Provide in-service programs for Health Services staff and other University personnel

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Graduate of ANA approved Nurse Practitioner training program or equivalent requirements to meet state licensure

Other Required Qualifications

National certification through ANCC or NCC
Georgia State RN and NP licenses in good standing
CPR certification
Active DEA registration and prescribing privileges or eligible

Required Experience

One (1) year of post-graduation experience in Emergency Medicine/Urgent Care or broad based Family Practice within past five years

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Ideal candidates will possess knowledge of public health principles and practices as related to preventive health maintenance, contraceptive management, and management of acute and chronic gynecological and breast conditions in adolescent and older patients.
Licensed as a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner or Family Nurse Practitioner

Preferred Experience

Experience in a clinical setting regularly providing care to patients with contraceptive, gynecological, and breast care needs is preferred
IUD and Nexplanon placement and removal experience is preferred

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with Experience
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

Resume
Cover letter
Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Navigate web access and email with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
Thorough and working knowledge of all communicable disease and injuries in patients of all ages, and familiarity with less communicable diseases and injuries in patients of all pages
Working knowledge of state healthcare laws, licensing, board regulations and prescribing regulations

SKILLS

Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled
Application review may begin on October 6, 2025.