“But if the watchman see the sword come,
and blow not the trumpet, and the people be not warned; if the sword come, and
take any person from among them, he is taken away in his iniquity; but his
blood will I require at the watchman’s hand.” [Ezekiel 33:6]
“For we wrestle not against flesh and
blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the
darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.” [Ephesians
6:12]
Presbyterians Week Headlines
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New Christian Observer articles for April 2018 include:
-- Inside-Out:
Profile of a Christian? – by Christian
Observer Contributing Editor David Brand - Philippians 2:12-13, basketball old and new,
and the inside-out nature of the Christian life;
-- America
Secondary Education and March Madness – America’s public schools as agents
of progressive indoctrination and propaganda in the recent “groundswell” of gun
control demonstrations;
Plus, links to ReVision
devotionals on the Fellowship of Ailbe
website by Christian Observer
Contributing Editor T.M. Moore.
+ Christian Observer, Post Office Box
1371, Lexington, Virginia 24450, christianobserver@christianobserver.org
TITLE
Nurse Practitioner - Health
Services
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
OUR MISSION
Geneva College is a
Christ-centered academic community that provides a comprehensive education to
equip students for faithful and fruitful service to God and neighbor.
Geneva College is a Christian
liberal arts college in the reformed tradition located about 50 miles north of
Pittsburgh. Founded in 1848 by the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North
America, Geneva has majors in both liberal arts and pre-professional programs,
and offers both undergraduate and graduate degrees. Geneva's faculty provide a
challenging education that prepares students for careers, for further
education, and for life. In all fields of study, students are challenged to
explore the implications of the Christian faith on their discipline. Geneva has
approximately 2,000 students enrolled in its various programs taught by its
faculty of nearly 80 members. The college seeks to prepare students to serve
Christ and the world in all areas of society, including work, family, and the
church. Geneva is a founding member of the Council of Christian Colleges and
Universities (CCCU).
POSITION
Director of Health &
Counseling
EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT
Exempt
FULL-TIME/PART-TIME
Full-Time
LOCATION
Beaver Falls - Staff and
Faculty Only
DESCRIPTION
*
Summary of Responsibilities: The Nurse Practitioner will manage the
operations of campus health services-overseeing nursing care, communication,
financial management, and actively participating in direct patient care and the
direct supervision of other health services employees.
*
Essential Responsibilities: (These essential responsibilities are those
the individual must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of
reasonable accommodation.)
*
Nursing Care:
*
Oversee the administrative aspects of the Health Services Office in
terms of development, budget, record keeping, and publicity while updating
policies, standards and objectives annually.
*
Diagnose and treat chronic and acute episodic illness.
*
Write prescriptions and perform and order laboratory and diagnostic
testing as needed.
*
Treat minor injuries and lacerations.
*
Perform health histories and administer medications and injections.
*
Recommend and refer to community resources to meet student needs.
*
Communicate with faculty members and legal guardians in the event of a
serious illness or injury of a currently enrolled student.
*
Coordinate annual Health Fairs and develop and schedule seminars on
health related issues.
*
Provide or arrange first aid, CPR, and AED training to selected staff
and students.
*
Maintain and review current medical records on students.
*
Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
*
Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.
*
Purchase medical supplies as needed.
*
Compile necessary reports/statistical data concerning care provided.
*
Participate in professional development activities and maintain
professional affiliations.
*
Develop policies and procedures; act as a resource person for decisions,
planning, and policies affecting the health of students.
*
Provide a written collaborative agreement that outlines the working
relationship of the nurse practitioner with the collaborating physician.
*
Fulfill such other duties as assigned by supervisor.
*
Monitor compliance with immunization regulations for tetanus/diphtheria,
measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) as well as tuberculosis (PPD or chest x-ray).
*
Communication:
*
Collaborate with employees from the Counseling Services, Campus Safety,
Student Success Center, and Residence Life regarding student concerns.
*
Communicate with employees campus-wide to maintain safety on campus
*
Supervision:
*
Supervise regular and student employees to include interviewing, hiring,
training, planning, assigning and directing work, coaching, appraising
performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and
resolving problems.
*
Must have a mindset of mentoring employees under supervision. Should be
able to lead in a way that sets a good example, promotes teamwork, and
encourages a positive, efficient work environment.
*
Be an active member of the Student Development department.
*
Performance Development Areas:
*
Achieves Results - Achieves needed results; takes initiative and
responsibility; seeks solutions to operational problems; listens and
communicates adequately and effectively; keeps others informed; uses resources
effectively (time, materials, finances); completes job responsibilities in a
safe manner.
*
Personal Organization - Plans and organizes work; demonstrates
dependability and good attendance; adapts to changes in the work environment;
makes decisions and demonstrates good judgment; handles multiple tasks
simultaneously.
*
Knowledge/Learning - Demonstrates and develops job knowledge and skills;
possess and improves knowledge of all tools, equipment and resources;
demonstrates creativity/innovation in work; increases understanding of how
his/her work relates within the department and organization.
*
Interpersonal Skills - Shows respect and kindness towards others;
actively builds trust; acts with integrity and fairness; maintains appropriate
levels of confidentiality; routinely expresses positive feedback and gratitude;
seeks to understand others' perspectives.
*
Student & Organizational Success - Makes students needs a priority;
treats students, families, faculty, employees, and vendors, etc. with respect
and support; respects and supports diversity differences; clearly displays a
mission-mindedness; shows support and respect for policies and procedures,
management and the institution.
*
Teamwork/Conflict Resolution - Works in collaboration with others;
supports the work and goals of others; exhibits objectivity and openness to
others' views; gives credit to others when appropriate; accepts criticism and
feedback; takes initiative and uses productive means for resolving
interpersonal conflicts without unreasonable delays; shows loyalty to those not
present by avoiding backbiting and gossip.
*
Supervisors Only-Supervision/Management Positions: Establishes clear
goals and performance standards; provides direction; empowers others and
delegates as appropriate; regularly monitors delegated activities; provides
recognition and regularly engages in coaching and constructive feedback;
identifies, utilizes and develops employee's skills and encourages growth.
Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires respect and trust; reacts well
under pressure; shows courage to take action; fosters a culture of excellence.
* Job
Requirements - Administrative:
*
General: Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities
listed or are able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the
essential responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable
accommodations in order to safely perform the essential responsibilities of the
job.
*
Physical: Must be able to perform the following: talking, hearing, and
seeing. Must have sufficient manual dexterity to be able to operate all office
equipment including, but not limited to: computers, fax machines, copy
machines, modems, and telephones. Able to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally.
*
Confidentiality: Individuals must recognize that management of data,
including personal information, grades, budgets, programs and policies is
necessary to the operation of the College. Such information must be kept
private and confidential for the protection of the College and to obey Federal
and/or State laws. Should there be doubt as to whether a certain matter is to
be protected, it should be discussed with your supervisor before making a
disclosure.
* Mental:
Must be able to reason, analyze, prioritize, conceptualize, make judgments, and
solve problems.
*
Approximate Annual Schedule: 10 months August 1 to May 31
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
1.
Qualifications:
*
Minimum:
*
Board Certification or eligible for Board Certification as a licensed
nurse practitioner in the state of Pennsylvania.
*
Licensure as registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
required.
*
Master's Degree (MS) or Master of Science in Nursing degree (MSN).
*
Three to five years of effective clinical experience in college health
nursing, emergency care, or related field.
*
CPR/First Aid Certification required.
* Christian Commitment: Eligible
candidates must be a thoughtful and articulate Christian and an active member
of an evangelical Christian church. Preference will be given to candidates who
support and have an articulate understanding of the Reformed faith. The
individual must understand and support the College's "Foundational
Concepts of Christian Education" by expressing an evangelical Christian
profession of faith and demonstrate the ability to integrate a Christian
perspective in their work.
*
A commitment to developing a reformed world-and- life view, with special
attention to its application in the field of Student Development.
*
A concern for young adults and the ability to communicate with them
effectively.
*
Ability to deal responsibly with confidential matters
B: Preferred:
1.
Education/Certification: College Health Nurse Certification
2. A
Master's Degree in nursing with advanced practice specialization in nurse
practitioner with a specialty in family practice (FNP)
3.
Three (3) years of experience in public health, in a college setting or
in clinic health management
4.
Skill/Abilities: CPR/First Aid Instructor
EOE STATEMENT
Geneva College does not
discriminate in hiring or in terms and conditions of employment based on an
individual's race, color, sex, age, disability or national origin. As a
Christian college rooted in the evangelical and Reformed tradition and governed
by the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America, compliance with Geneva's
Christian views is considered a bona fide occupational qualification under
Sections 702 & 703 of Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act as amended,
and will have a direct impact on employment consideration.
+ Geneva College, 3200 College Avenue, Beaver Falls,
Pennsylvania 15010,
724-846-5100, Fax: 724.847.6696, pr@geneva.edu
+ Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America
(RPCNA), 7408 Penn Avenue ,
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15208
