POSITION

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Nurse Practitioner).

ROLE of the POSITION

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) serves as a clinical healthcare provider for a diverse population on UNLV’s campus community. As a provider in the Student Health Center (SHC) and Faculty and Staff Treatment (FAST) Center, the APRN acts as a healthcare team member and provides direct patient care, in person or via telehealth, to students, faculty, staff, and dependents five years and older, including initiation of treatment, evaluation of responses to treatments, referral to appropriate specialists when indicated, and accurate and timely documentation of all findings concerning the patient in the electronic health record (EHR). The APRN acknowledges the unique characteristics of each patient and provides respectful, culturally competent, and professional clinical services. This APRN position supports the health and mental health of UNLV students and employees, thereby allowing them to succeed in their academic pursuits and/or employment.  

The SHC and FAST Center are accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) and are part of the Student Wellness Unit at UNLV, which includes the Student Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), Care Center, Wellness Promotion, Disability Resource Center, Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities, and Military and Veterans Services Center.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• This position requires a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), a current Nevada RN/APRN license in good standing, national certification as a family nurse practitioner, and current CPR certification.
• All candidates must pass a background screening.
• Employees of the UNLV Student Wellness Center must be in compliance with our Employee Exposure to Communicable Disease (Prevention of) Policy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One to three years of experience as an advanced practice registered nurse.
• One year of clinical experience in ambulatory care, college health, or community health setting.
• A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Salary range is $110,000 - $122,000.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

• Competitive total rewards package including:
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
  • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
  • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

 PERKS & PROGRAMS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
• Support and resources available for veteran applicants - visit our Veterans Webpage

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to Mary Gauthier, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, Search Committee Chair.

Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted. Application link (http://bit.ly/4owwHnf)

For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada. For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu.

EEO/AA STATEMENT: EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer

TITLE IX STATEMENT: The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.

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