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SAN JOSE/EVERGREEN COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

Part-Time/Adjunct Instructors: Nurse Practitioner

The San Jose/Evergreen Community College District is seeking a part-time/adjunct Nurse Practitioner at Evergreen Valley College.

A non-instructional Adjunct Faculty position as a Nurse Practitioner in the Department of Student Health &Wellness Services located at Evergreen Valley College; 18-21 hours per week on Mondays through Thursdays with work shifts between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Scheduled hours will fall during the two 16-week Fall and Spring Semesters. Currently Student Health & Wellness Services does not provide clinical services during Intersession and Summer Session. Under the supervision and direction of the Director of Student Services & Wellness, performs an expanded role in the delivery of episodic health care and health promotion with a team, which may include a Registered Nurse, Medical Director, Medical Assistant, Mental Health Counselors, Crisis Support/Care Manager, and an Office Assistant. Position requires extensive clinical skills in health assessment, diagnosis, treatment, counseling and referral, as well as an ability to work independently under the indirect supervision of the Medical Director, utilizing written protocols as guidelines. Direction for clinic operations will also be provided by the Director of Student Health & Wellness Services.



The instructor's assignment will include the following:

• Performs practitioner level examinations and clinical assessment of physical and mental status of patients; accurately diagnoses conditions and formulates an effective plan of treatment and preventive health measures, within the established clinic protocols.
• Treats patients on an appointment and triage basis during regular clinic hours.
• Provides gynecological services, including pelvic examinations, STI testing, evaluation, treatment, education, pregnancy tests, and family planning counseling.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs; establishes treatment or therapeutic plans as appropriate.
• Dispenses medications and administers immunizations as appropriate, according to the clinic protocols.
• Accurately, appropriately, and promptly documents all physical findings, nursing assessments, and interventions. Discusses cases with physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plans.
• Provides appropriate emergency response for the District, including but not limited to administering first aid, crisis intervention, assistance with emergency transportation, and appropriate referral.
• Assists the Director of Student Health & Wellness Services in planning, developing, and implementing a comprehensive program, including current standards of practice in medicine, lab licensing, hazardous waste management, Family PACT billing, report writing, and outreach to students and employees regarding health topics, resources, and services.
• Participates in department quality assurance activities including, but not limited to, chart review, follow-up of abnormal exams and/or laboratory findings, required reporting, and review of written client materials.
• Requests MD phone consultation for advice and refers patients to physician or to specialized health resources for treatment that is beyond the scope of the Nurse Practitioner or Student Health & Wellness Services.
• Consults with other employees of the District, private health care providers, community agencies, or other organizations to assist in solving student health problems.
• Plans for and participates in clinical and health education outreach/inreach.
• Provides education on health-related topics on an individual and group basis, utilizing a model that promotes wellness and prevents illness/injury.
• Contributes to efficient clinic operations such as committee work, clinic consultations, and training for staff and faculty.
• Coordinates screening and follow-up of communicable diseases including TB and STI.
• Assists grant research/writing proposals for special program funding.
• Develops programs to streamline health services to on-campus and online students.
• Participates in Department, Division, and Campus events, meetings, and projects as requested.
• Performs other duties reasonably related to the job classification.
• Conducts telehealth appointments

Minimum Qualifications for Communication Studies:


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Master's degree in nursing and a California Public Health Nurse certificate

OR

Bachelor Degree in Nursing; valid California Public Health Nurse Certificate, and a master's degree in health education, sociology, psychology, counseling, health care administration, public health or community health

Licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner with the California Board of Registered Nursing; current First Aid and CPR Certification; and a minimum of one year's experience as a Family Health or Adult Nurse Practitioner.

Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License

OR

***The Equivalent.

LICENSES AND OHER REQUIREMENTS:

1. Valid license as Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner with a Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License in the State of California.

2. Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender, gender identity, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of the students we serve and sensitivity to and knowledge and understanding of groups historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienced discrimination.

3. Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in the District's hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.


SALARY: $100.05 per hour based upon the 2022/2023 salary schedule.


Assignments may include day and evening responsibilities. This position is represented by the San José-Evergreen Community College District Federation of Teachers, AFT 6157.


Please apply using the Direct Link below and select discipline:

Nurse Practitioner: Adjunct/Part-time Faculty
Direct Link: http://sjeccd.peopleadmin.com/postings/1749

Position #F19014

Application Deadline: September 5th, 2023– Open and Continuous


Other part-time instructors are needed to teach classes in other disciplines on an as needed basis.

Please refer to http://www.sjeccd.edu/district-services/human-resources/employment-opportunities for a complete list of all employment opportunities at San José-Evergreen Community College District.