LPN - Student Health Center (MU) - Dual post with

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  • University of Missouri-Columbia
Job Summary
Location
Columbia ,MO
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
23 Dec 2024
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Job Description
Hiring Department

Are you passionate about helping meet the healthcare needs of a diverse population of college students? Join our team at the MU Student Health Center (SHC), a vital unit within the University of Missouri-Columbia's Student Health & Well-Being department under Student Affairs. At the SHC, we're dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that respects the unique needs of every student we serve.

As part of the Student Health & Well-Being area, which includes the Counseling Center, and Wellness Resource Center, we offer integrated health services that prioritize both physical and mental well-being. Our collaborative approach ensures that students receive comprehensive care that addresses their individual needs and concerns.

Reporting to the SHC Clinic Nurse Supervisor, this LPN position provides exceptional clinical care and compassion to the Mizzou students we serve.

We strive to provide:

  • High quality, affordable, accessible, integrated health services.
  • A safe environment and respect students of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status and any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.
  • Confidential services
    • HIPAA: The Privacy Rule, a federal law, gives you rights over your health information and sets rules and limits on who can look at and receive your health information.
    • FERPA: The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 is a federal law designed to protect the privacy of educational records; to establish the rights of students to inspect and review their education records.

Job Description

This position is linked to Certified Medical Assistant - Student Health Center (MU) - Job ID 54335 and the department will only hire for one role.

Essential Functions

The Student Health Center LPN provides quality care to patients and works with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest patient satisfaction. The LPN follows all safety, security, and infection control, policies, and procedures. Performs all tasks to ensure the safety of self, patient, and co-workers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver Compassionate, Patient-Centered Care: Provide vital healthcare services to Mizzou students, including measuring vital signs, administering medications and immunizations, TB testing and preparing students for examinations. Administer allergy injections (immunotherapy), collaborate with Allergy offices, and coordinate delivery or pick up of antigen. Your role is vital in helping students feel safe, supported, and understood during their visits.
  • Collaborate for Comprehensive Care: Work together with a multi-disciplinary healthcare team to coordinate care that addresses both physical and mental health needs. By collaborating with counselors at the Counseling Center, you'll contribute to a holistic, student-focused approach that prioritizes well-being in all its forms.
  • Support Our Students Through Excellent Communication: Observing, charting, and reporting on changes in patients' conditions will help ensure the best outcomes for our students. Your ability to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues will play an important part in maintaining high levels of student satisfaction and trust.
  • Ensure Safe and High-Quality Care: Follow safety protocols, infection control procedures, and department standards to create a safe and healthy environment for both students and staff. Your attention to detail and commitment to best practices will ensure that our services continue to meet the highest healthcare standards.
  • Engage in Professional Development and Continuous Improvement: Participate in ongoing training, meetings, and quality improvement efforts to stay at the forefront of best practices in nursing and healthcare. Your input will help shape the future of the department and contribute to enhancing the overall student health experience.

Shift

Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Minimum Qualifications

Missouri Board of Nursing LPN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state LPN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state LPNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.

Preferred Qualifications

IV Therapy certification.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Range: $23.00-$27.82 per hour paid on a bi-weekly basis

Grade: PAT LPN

University Title: LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

A hiring incentive of up to $1,000.00 may be included in an offer, in accordance with Hiring Incentive policy. More information can be found at

Other Information

Why Mizzou?

  • Impactful Work: Your work at the SHC directly contributes to the health and success of our students. You'll help students navigate their college journey by supporting their well-being, providing both immediate care and long-term health management.
  • Collaborative Environment: At Mizzou, you'll work with a diverse and passionate team of healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurse practitioners, patient service representatives, patient account representatives and nurses. Together, we deliver holistic, high-quality care to students.
  • Professional Growth: The MU Student Health Center is dedicated to fostering an environment of continuous learning and development. As part of our team, you'll have access to various professional growth opportunities, training, and mentorship.

Join Us at Mizzou! If you are an LPN who is committed to compassionate, collaborative care, we encourage you to apply today and join a team that is making a difference in the lives of students every day.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs.

This role also routinely encounters patients who may have contagious illnesses. May complete unit/department specific duties as outlined in department documents.

Performance Expectations

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job; however, completion of these duties is a measure of successful performance. Employees of this job classification are subject to performance reviews. Basic function, responsibilities and characteristics duties may change at any time with or without notice.

Safety Sensitive Status

This position is considered safety sensitive.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at

Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.