University Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

Posting Number S334P Posting Text Job Title University Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Type of Employment Full Time Bargaining Unit OPEIU Full-Time/Part-Time FLSA Exempt Salary Range $105,655 Position Classification University Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Department College of Health Sciences

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Job Summary / Basic Function

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

This position requires significant experience in the treatment of individuals with sexually transmitted diseases (STIs) to include HIV medical competence and the necessary skill set required to effectively care for marginalized and underserved patient populations. This work includes acts of medical diagnosis and prescription of medical therapeutics or corrective measures in collaboration with and under the direction of physician licensed to practice medicine in Pennsylvania.

This position will work closely with the Infectious Disease Specialist, Clinical Nurse Supervisor, and supportive staff. This is a grant funded position within an agency that has over 25 years of financial funding support from HRSA and PA DOH.

Typical work activities:

* Manage care and treatment of STIs and HIV-infected patients, including the treatment of opportunistic infections, and side effects of the prescribed medications.

* Educate peers and or supportive staff on treatment guidelines, opportunistic infections, and disease progression.

* Provide health care team with the latest information about STIs and HIV disease and treatment protocols to include ordering and evaluating laboratory studies, STI and HIV treatment regiments, which may include the prescribing of antibiotics for the prevention or treatment of opportunistic infection.

* Provide medical assessment and prescription of therapeutic measures, promotion and maintenance of health, prevention of illness including opportunistic infections, guidance and counseling of patients and families, and referral to other health care providers as appropriate.

* Provide comprehensive medical assessment to include sexual health assessment and screening and treatment for sexually transmitted diseases.

* Maintain accurate medical record to reflect treatment plan.

* Provide note for each patient after an office visit.

* Oversight and support of nursing and medical assistance staff.

OTHER DUTIES:

* Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices, procedures and terminology of STI and HIV medicine

* Comprehensive knowledge of the diagnosis, treatment, care, and prevention of diseases, allergies, and ailments

* Adherence to Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Regulations and advanced nursing practices.

* Knowledge of the administration of STI to include HIV services in an outpatient ambulatory setting.

* Knowledge of STI screening and treatment to include Hepatitis C infection.

* Ability to plan, organize, and supervise the treatment of patients.

* Ability to direct and participate in specialized research in the field of infectious disease medicine when appropriate.

* Ability to work as a member of a health care team.

* Ability to identify clinical trials appropriate for patient medical needs when appropriate.

* Requirement to provide some coverage on the after hour on-call schedule.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities Minimum of Education / Training Required Education Summary

* CRNP from an accredited program and licensed to practice medicine in Pennsylvania as a nurse practitioner.

Preferred Qualifications

* Encouraged to be a member of a Professional HIV/AIDS Medical Society

* Encouraged to become certified in American Academy of HIV Medicine. (AAHIVM)

* Obtain ongoing continuing medical education credits in HIV/HCV and infectious disease of 30 credits per year.

Physical Demands Work Location Clarion Is travel to other Penn West campuses required for this position? If so, how often? Work Hours Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30 Posting Date 12/19/2025 Closing Date 01/03/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Diversity Statement

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