Per Diem Nurse Practitioner

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Position Summary

The Per Diem Nurse Practitioner plays an essential role in providing
high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective medical care to San Diego State
University students. Under the supervision of the Student Health Services Lead
Physician, the Nurse Practitioner provides a wide range of primary health care
services, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, preventive care, and
health maintenance. Working as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team, the
incumbent collaborates with physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, medical
assistants, clinical assistants, and other healthcare professionals and utilizes
Student Health Services resources including laboratory, radiology, pharmacy,
Dental, Eye, and Orthopedic Clinics. This position offers the opportunity to
provide comprehensive, student-focused care in a welcoming environment while
supporting the health, well-being, and academic success of SDSU students. 

Key Responsibilities

* Provide comprehensive primary care by conducting patient evaluations,
obtaining medical histories and physicals, diagnosing acute and chronic
illnesses and injuries, and developing individualized treatment plans.
* Order and interpret laboratory, x-ray, and other diagnostic tests; perform
approved procedures and minor surgeries; furnish medications; and provide
preventive health, family planning, and health maintenance education.
* Assess basic mental health needs and provide appropriate referrals,
consultation, or medication management when indicated.
* Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals on complex
health concerns, referrals, and continuity of care while utilizing Student
Health Services and community-based resources.
* Maintain timely and accurate electronic health records and ensure care
complies with university policies, quality assurance and infection control
protocols, HIPAA, FERPA, and applicable professional standards.

Why Join Us

* Make a meaningful impact on the health, well-being, and academic success of
SDSU students through high-quality, student-centered primary care.
* Practice within a collaborative interdisciplinary healthcare environment
alongside physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other healthcare
professionals.
* Provide a broad range of care, from preventive health and health education to
diagnosis, treatment, minor procedures, and management of acute and chronic
conditions.
* Utilize convenient on-site services including laboratory, radiology,
pharmacy, and specialty clinics to support comprehensive patient care.
* Join Student Health Services in its mission to provide high-quality,
convenient medical care in a safe and welcoming environment that actively
partners with students in maintaining healthy lives.

As part of the California State University (CSU) system, San Diego State
University helps power one of the largest and most impactful public university
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Compensation and Position Information

* The Hourly rate for this position is $69 per hour.
* This is an intermittent-hourly, temporary position with an appointment end
date of June 30, 2027. Work hours are on an as-needed basis and will vary
based on operational needs.
* Position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime
compensation.
* The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.
* This recruitment will be used to establish a pool of candidates. Applications
will be reviewed on an as-needed basis.

Department Summary

Student Health Services offers primary medical care and health promotion to
students of San Diego State University through a wide range of programs and
services. Care is provided by board certified physicians, certified nurse
practitioners and other medical staff including nurses, clinical laboratory
scientists, x-ray technologists, medical assistants, and pharmacists. In
addition to the basic medical care, Student Health Services offers health
education, orthopedics, osteopathic manipulative treatment and psychiatry.

The mission of SDSU Student Health Services is to provide high-quality,
convenient, student- focused medical care in a safe and welcoming environment,
actively partnering with our student- patients to help them achieve and maintain
healthy lives in support of their personal and academic success

For more information regarding Student Health Services, click here
[https://sacd.sdsu.edu/student-health-services].

Education and Experience

Academic degree or certificate from an approved college or university-based
Nurse Practitioner program or equivalent training and experience as outlined by
the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). Incumbents must be clinically
competent in a medical specialty applicable to their position and possess
sufficient experience to independently perform the duties of a Nurse
Practitioner within that specialty.

Key Qualifications

* At least 1 year of progressively responsible professional nurse practitioner
experience with demonstrated capability to carry out the responsibilities of
the position.
* Current certification in CPR/AED from American Red Cross or American Heart
Association.
* Ability to work cooperatively in a team setting with good interpersonal and
communication skills.
* Ability to perform patient triage and handle emergent and/or potentially
critical situations with speed, accuracy and diplomacy.
* Possess computer skills in both practice management and electronic health
records.
* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other health
center staff.
* At least 3 years of progressively responsible professional nurse practitioner
experience with demonstrated capability to carry out the responsibilities of
the position is preferred.
* A Master's Degree or Doctorate is preferred.
* Possess the ability to provide effective work direction and to plan and
organize the work of others.
* Possess the ability to assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate a
clinical program.
* Experience in splinting and/or casting.

Licenses/Certifications Required

* Possess and maintain a valid California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
* Possess and maintain a California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Nurse
Practitioner certificate.
* If delegated the authority to furnish medications, possess and maintain a
valid BRN Furnishing Certificate
* If delegated the authority to furnish specific controlled substances, possess
and maintain a valid DEA number and certificate.

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our
community.  Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU
provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment.  We encourage
all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open
and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the
right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to
improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community [https://www.sdsu.edu/community-principles]

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who
have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity
lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an
inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of
our university. 

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to
evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold
in our interactions with one another. 

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless
of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California
law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides
equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or
preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.
Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and
employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed
in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title
VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of
1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s
Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other
applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s
Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment,
segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of
discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs,
policies, and practices. 

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives,
beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and
intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue,
mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student
success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities,
faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful
engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are
dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering