Primary Care and Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner

General Statement of Responsibilities:

Provides clinical services, both acute and chronic, to students, faculty, and staff at the University of Minnesota and others eligible for care in the Primary Care, Quick Care and Urgent Care Clinics.

Detailed Job Responsibilities:

Advanced Practice Clinician - NP Duties:

Performance expectations:

• The Advanced Practice Clinician -NP works within the approved protocols established by Boynton Health and within the NP's scope of practice or expertise.
• Creating, maintaining patient record and documenting all aspects of the encounter including, but not limited to history, physical exam and treatment plan within the Electronic Health Record. Maintain compliance with Boynton Health policy that requires documentation of medical encounters within the Electronic Health Record

Clinical duties:

The scope of practice for the Advanced Practice Clinician-NP may include, but is not limited to the following for which privileges are granted annually, according to state law.

• Taking patient histories.
• Performing physical examinations including well visits/examinations.
• Interpreting and evaluating patient data.
• Ordering or performing diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures which may include, but are not limited to biopsy, minor surgery and wound care.
• Prescribing, administering, dispensing prescription and nonprescription medications and medical devices.
• Diagnosing and treating illnesses, infectious diseases, minor trauma, and chronic conditions or diseases.
• Making patient referrals to other providers within Boynton and outside of Boynton to facilitate treatment plan, including severe mental illness..
• Providing contraceptive services.
• Educating patients on health promotion, disease prevention, current treatments, importance of patient compliance, and answering patient questions.
• Arranging follow-up to review lab or test results with patients, via appointments, phone calls, letters, or secure message.
• Working with the RN Case Manager, when indicated, to coordinate care of more complex patient problems
• Consult with other physicians and/or health care professionals as needed to confirm difficult diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment plan, including severe mental illness..
• Work as assigned in Gopher Quick Clinic to provide timely and quality episodic care for minor acute conditions.
• Provide telehealth services as assigned
• Other responsibilities as needed

Urgent Care Responsibilities:

• The Urgent Care NP works within the approved Urgent Care protocols established by Boynton Health and within the NP's scope of practice or expertise.
• The scope of practice for the Urgent Care NP may include, but is not limited to, the following:
  • Diagnosing and treating common, acute illnesses, infectious diseases and minor trauma
  • Evaluating and treating exacerbations of chronic conditions or diseases.
  • Performing minor out-patient surgical procedures including, but not limited to:
    • I&D of abscesses and cysts
    • Placement of sutures/staples for lacerations
    • Removal of foreign bodies
  • Stabilizing and transferring patients to the Emergency Department for patients with emergent medical conditions.
  • Prescribing and ordering prescription and non-prescription medications.
  • Ordering and interpreting plain radiographs.
  • Ordering and interpreting laboratory studies
  • Ordering and interpreting EKGs
  • Ordering and dispensing durable medical equipment
  • Ordering IV Fluids, IM/IV Medications
  • Assessing acute mental health concerns and providing appropriate treatment or triage
  • Making patient referrals to other providers within Boynton and outside of Boynton to facilitate treatment plan, including severe mental illness..
  • Arranging follow-up appointment, phone calls or secure messaging to review test results with patients.
  • Creating, maintaining patient record and documenting all aspects of the encounter within the electronic health record.
    • Ordering medications within the electronic health record
    • Ordering lab studies and imaging studies within the electronic health record
    • Ordering internal and external referrals within the electronic health record
    • Ordering Office Services such as medication, IV Fluids, orthopedic supplies within the electronic health record
  • Consult with physicians and/or health care professionals to confirm difficult diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment plan, including severe mental illness.
  • Other responsibilities as needed.

Professional Duties:

• Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional growth by involvement in peer review and the review of protocols and procedures; participate in continuing education.
• Serve and communicate effectively with students, staff, and faculty from diverse backgrounds, communities, and cultures.
• Assisting in mentoring and supervision of the clinical work of nursing staff.
• Practice Collegiality: Be helpful, respectful, approachable, and team oriented; build strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
• Promote a safe, equitable, and respectful environment in which concerns can be addressed effectively.

Required Qualifications:

• Minnesota APRN license
• Certification as an Adult or Family Practice Nurse Practitioner by a national agency recognized by the Minnesota Board of Nursing
• Four years patient care experience in a hospital or clinic setting to include knowledge and skills appropriate to specific medical discipline
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting a culture that respects and advances diversity and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest in Men's Health
• Experience working with individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Management of Mental health, including ADHD
• Second language (Boynton sees many international students, particularly from Asian countries)

About Boynton Health, Primary Care

Boynton.umn.edu

Boynton Health serves the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, providing comprehensive health care with a public health approach to campus well-being.

Our goal is to provide the highest quality of care for you in a culture that supports equity, inclusion and respect. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of University of Minnesota students and the campus community. Our vision is to be the healthiest campus in the nation.

Pay Range: $129K - $138K annually; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 80%-100% 10-12 month duration annually renewable appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.