PRN Nurse Practitioner

Prn Nurse Practitioner

Wellness Center

Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a PRN Nurse Practitioner to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students. The work location for this position is on-site. This position is Non-Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Pay Range: $ 43.00 - $50.00 hourly. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.

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Summary

Responsible for providing health care to patients of the UCCS Wellness Center as directed by nurse practitioner scope of practice and clinic protocols. Assists medical director and executive director with other duties as assigned. As needed, Nurse Practitioner in a student-based Wellness Center that treats patients from a variety of age groups with a variety of health needs.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Position evaluates and treats a wide variety of adolescent/adult patients with a variety of health care needs.
• Completes histories, thorough assessments, and physical examinations on all patients with appropriate documentation reflected in medical records.
• Able to differentiate patient care situations which require acute and non-acute action and responds accordingly.
• Triages walk-in urgent health care situations and coordinates with emergency medical responders for safe transport to local emergency rooms if deemed necessary.
• Ability to effectively document exam findings in a timely manner.
• Refers patients requiring care that is beyond the scope of the Nurse Practitioner’s practice to the Medical Director or other appropriate provider.
• Works with medical assistant to contact patients requiring follow up care and documents accordingly.
• Position must work collaboratively with a variety of campus constituents to include but not limited to staff in the following departments:
• Office of Residence Life and Housing; Public Safety; Recreation, Intercollegiate Athletics, Student Life and Leadership, Office of Institutional Equity, Disability Services and the Office of the Dean of Students.
• Position must work collaboratively with employees in the Wellness Center.
• Office of Residence Life and Housing; Public Safety; Recreation, Intercollegiate Athletics, Student Life and Leadership, Office of Institutional Equity, Disability Services and the Office of the Dean of Students.
• Position must work collaboratively with employees in the Wellness Center.

Tentative Search Timeline

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by: October 19, 2025
• Potential interview dates: October 22, 2025 - October 24, 2025
• Potential start date: November 17, 2025 

All employees of the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) are required to complete training on policies and procedures administered by the Office of Institutional Equity (OIE), under the supervision of the Associate Vice Chancellor of Institutional Equity/Title IX Coordinator. Required training includes: understanding and reporting conduct prohibited by the sexual misconduct, protected class nondiscrimination, and conflicts of interest in cases of amorous relationships policies, related retaliation, and compliance with accommodations regarding disability, pregnancy or related conditions, and religion. All employees are also designated as “responsible employees” and are required to report conduct prohibited under these policies, and student disclosures of pregnancy or related conditions directly to the OIE and to provide OIE’s contact information to any student disclosing pregnancy or related conditions. More information is available at: Policies and Resolution Procedures | Office of Institutional Equity (uccs.edu). 
 

Note: This job description outlines this role's general responsibilities, qualifications, and physical requirements at UCCS. It is not an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. The university reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and responsibilities as needed to meet the university's needs.

• A master’s degree in Nursing is required.
• Specialty certification as an Adult or Family Nurse Practitioner from a national certification agency is required.
• To qualify applicants must have a current Colorado licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse prior to start date.
• Prescriptive authority or provisional authority is required prior to start date.
• Highly qualified applicants will have experience working with college aged population.
• Experience as a Nurse Practitioner is preferred. 

UCCS is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.