(EXTENDED) Nurse Practitioner - University Health and Counseling

* Provides advanced practice nursing care to students within the overall supervision and policy established by the Medical Supervisor. Scope includes care for minor trauma, illnesses, reproductive health care, health maintenance and health promotion for the general student population.* Provides care and assists in the management of health services for students with chronic illnesses and disabilities and may include an in-depth assessment and plan of care, as needed.* Provides care to students by obtaining and evaluating client history, performing an appropriate physical exam, and assessing and treating appropriate to level of training.* Experience in transgender care is preferred; however, a willingness to train is required. The selected candidate will receive comprehensive training under the supervision of the Medical Director and will assume responsibility for their own patient panel upon completion of training.* Provides consultation, cooperative case management and professional nursing leadership with UHCS staff.* Provides continuity of care to patients by coordinating health care needs through intervention, counseling and referral on and off campus.* Promotes health maintenance, promotion and self-advocacy by individualized teaching and providing information for self-care and behavioral change for each student as appropriate.* Identifies and responds to students at risk for serious health conditions.* Nurse Practitioner, licensed or eligible for license in the State of Wisconsin.* Sensitivity to development issues of young adults and willingness to function with a team approach is essential.* Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds* Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drillsUW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university’s 11,500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs — online and in person — from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university’s arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities — a priority mission since the 1970s.UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin’s Park Place. #J-18808-Ljbffr