"Nurse Practitioner Family Health"

Position Details

Position Information

Budget Title
Nurse Practitioner Family Health

Campus Title
Nurse Practitioner Family Health

School/Division
Student Affairs, Division of

Department
Student Health Services

Staff Sub-Type
Staff & Administration

Salary Level
SG024

Salary Range
115,252

Salary Determination
Starting salary rates are based on negotiated labor contracts.

Position Effort
Full-Time

Is this a temporary position?
No

Position Summary

The selected candidate will work closely with the Director of Student Health Services, one full-time, and two per diem Nurse Practitioners to address the medical needs of SUNY Cortland students. Student Health Services provides primary care to the student population. This is a full-time, forty hours per week position, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

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What makes SUNY Cortland a great place to work?

• Our positions provide predictable salary progressions, and many offer permanency.
• Generous benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, various retirement program options, paid family leave and/or parental leaves, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, long term disability and tuition reimbursement.
• SUNY Cortland prioritizes work-life balance and well-being in all forms. The university’s state-of-the-art Student Life Center is free for employees to use, with membership options for families. SUNY Cortland’s Child Care Center welcomes the children of employees and community members, as space allows. Alternate work schedules are available with a supervisor’s approval.
• Professional development opportunities exist through training, continuing education programs, tuition reimbursement and conference travel, based on funding.
• Cortland County and surrounding areas offer easy access to arts, entertainment, outdoor recreation and much more. Experience Cortland dives deep into the region’s offerings

Major Responsibilities

Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis

• Physical Examinations: Conduct directed histories and perform physical exams for students seeking acute medical care at the VanHoesen Hall office.
• Diagnostic Testing: Order, perform, and interpret laboratory and radiological studies required to reach an accurate diagnosis.
• Diagnostic Planning: Formulate tentative diagnoses and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Prescriptive Authority: Write prescriptions in strict accordance with New York State privileging guidelines for Nurse Practitioners.

Patient Management & Coordination

• Patient Education: Inform patients of clinical findings and provide instruction on pathophysiology, medication adherence, and self-care measures.
• Consultation: Collaborate with the supervising Nurse Practitioner Director regarding unusual or complex cases where a second opinion is required.
• Referral Services: Direct patients to local specialists, hospital emergency rooms, or primary care physicians when specialized care is necessary.

Compliance & Professional Standards

• Confidentiality: Maintain strict patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and institutional standards.
• Cultural Competency: Deliver medical care in a culturally sensitive manner to a diverse student population.
• Certification: Ensure all professional credentials and CPR certifications remain current and up-to-date.

Functional and Supervisory Relationships

Reports to the Director of Student Health Services.

Required Qualifications

• Open Competitive: certification and current registration as a Nurse Practitioner in a specialty practice area by the New York State Education Department.
• Bachelor’s in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
• Must maintain NYS RN license and registration.

Preferred Qualifications

• National certification as an Nurse Practitioner such as American Academy of Nurse Practitioners ( AANP ) or American Nurses Credentialing Center ( ANCC ).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of evidence-based practices for ordering and interpreting lab work ( CBC, metabolic panels, etc.) and imaging (X-rays, MRIs).
• Knowledge of common illnesses and injuries prevalent in a collegiate population (e.g., respiratory infections, sports injuries, concussions, rashes, female and male sexual health).
• Skill in reading laboratory results and radiological reports to formulate accurate diagnoses.
• Proficiency in conducting “directed” histories and performing focused physical examinations.
• Ability to differentiate between routine acute care and complex cases that require escalation or a second opinion.
• Ability to provide inclusive, non-judgmental care to a diverse student body with varying backgrounds and identities.
• Ability to coordinate external referrals and follow-up care for students requiring specialized medical attention.

About the University

A top public university of approximately 6,600 students located in the geographic center of New York State, SUNY Cortland provides accessible, affordable education to students from across the U.S. body. One of 13 comprehensive universities in the State University of New York system, SUNY Cortland prides itself on its rigorous undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences, education, and professional studies. For more than 150 years, SUNY Cortland has provided unmistakable value for students seeking a well-rounded academic, athletic, and social experience. The University ranks among the top campuses in the nation on Money magazine’s “Best Colleges for Your Money List,” fields a powerhouse Division III athletics program and boasts an impressive network of alumni making a difference in education, business, government, fitness, medicine and many other fields.

EEO Statement

SUNY Cortland is an AA/ EEO / ADA employer and encourages applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of underrepresented groups.

Job Close Date
03/08/2026

Posting Number
S25083

Review Start Date
04/01/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.cortland.edu/postings/10569