Director of Health Services

Wayland Baptist University Inc; Plainview (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayland Baptist University—Plainview Campus—seeks a Director of Health Services in the Student Life department. You will provide strategic leadership for health services, oversee budgeting, and ensure compliance with health regulations while coordinating with campus partners.

The role requires Texas RN licensure, 3+ years nursing experience, and a commitment to Christian higher education values. This is a full-time exempt position with campus-based responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Texas required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred and licensure in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for university health and wellness initiatives.
• Assess student health trends and recommend policies to improve wellbeing and academic success.
• Attend to health needs of students and university community during emergencies.
• Maintain regular clinic hours aligned with the university calendar and supervise health staff.

Skills

Registered Nurse

CPR/AED

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Patient Education

Customer Service

Education

RN License Texas

Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred

Tools

EMR System

Medical Equipment

Job description

LOCATION:Wayland Baptist University (WBU) – Plainview Campus

Department: Student Life

SUPERVISED BY:Vice President of Athletics & Student Life

POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Exempt (Learned Professionals)

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: Student workers, clinic assistants, and contracted healthcare providers as assigned.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Director of Health Services provides strategic leadership for university health and wellness initiatives, develops long-term health services goals, assesses student health trends, and recommends policies and programs that enhance student well-being, retention, and academic success

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• To operate within the role of registered nurse (as defined in the Texas Nurse Practice Act) in meeting the health needs of Wayland students, with emphasis on student participation in care
• To attend to the health needs of members of the university community during emergency situations.
• To serve as primary health educator by providing ongoing health and wellness education through patient contact and campus presentations when required
• Maintain a collaborative relationship with residence life, counseling, campus ministries, athletic coaches and trainers, and other faculty and staff when addressing campus health issues
• Develop, manage, and administer the Health Services budget, including forecasting, inventory control, procurement of medical supplies and equipment, and stewardship of departmental resources.
• Oversee compliance with applicable OSHA, FERPA, HIPAA, state nursing regulations, and university policies, with an emphasis on maintaining student privacy and confidentiality.
• To oversee any contractual relationships between Wayland and other community healthcare entities
• Monitors campus health risks and emerging public health concerns; develops mitigation strategies and recommendations for university leadership.
• Maintain positive rapport with students, faculty, staff, and administration
• Maintain regular clinic hours with the academic calendar defined in the university catalog. Additional summer hours will be maintained during the times various camps are being conducted and will also be utilized to input shot records and perform routine database maintenance
• Assess and treat all illnesses and injuries within the guidelines of the physician’s standing orders, including providing medications as needed
• Refer students requiring additional care to local physicians, dentists and other health entities. Arrange for transportation of students as needed
• Administer and maintain student health records through the EMR utilized by the university and ensure students comply with current immunization requirements per state/ national law or Wayland policy, including students at external campuses per state law
• Serve as the primary on-call health services resource for campus emergencies and provide consultation, referrals, or coordination of care when appropriate.
• Assist in the development and execution of university emergency response, infectious disease management, and public health protocols.
• Make day and evening calls to the dormitories if necessary
• Ensure students going to the local emergency room have assistance
• Obtain and manage student health insurance for all F-1 Visa international students on Plainview campus
• Maintain information on medical insurance policies available to students and assist students in navigating health insurance issues
• Continually seek ways to improve the services provided
• Participate in campus activities as appropriate

The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees in this job. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned by the Vice President of Athletics & Student Life.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Certification and License

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas required
• Bachelor's degree in nursing and current licensure in the State of Texas preferred

Experience and Knowledge

Three (3) years of experience in the field of nursing.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and commitment to the care, development, and education of a diverse student population; assessment skills and critical thinking are a must
• Current CPR/AED certification
• Must possess good organizational skills and be able to prioritize needs while exhibiting a customer-oriented service with Christian values
• Proficient in operating a personal computer and in using a variety of software such as Microsoft Word and Excel; and be willing to learn other software as needed
• Ability to utilize good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining professionalism
• Ability to contribute to the spiritual, intellectual, and social life of each student who attends WBU
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to the goals and lifestyle of Christian Higher Education and will help plan and participate in activities that develop leadership skills and reinforce Christian values

Work Environment: This is a Health Clinic environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. The employee may be exposed to blood and body fluids while rendering first aid, CPR, and/or treating patients. The employee may interact with agitated individuals when interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Hours of Work: Plainview campus - Although full-time, nonexempt Plainview employees are normally scheduled to work 37.75 hours per week, the official work week for full-time salaried employees is forty (40) hours. External campuses - Although full-time, nonexempt external campus employees are normally scheduled to work 37.75 hours per week, the official work week for full-time salaried employees is forty (40) hours. Normal work days on all campuses are Monday through Friday

Physical Demands

• Frequently stand and walk;
• Frequently flex upper trunk forward while sitting or standing;
• Frequently lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds;
• Frequently carry up to 10 pounds and occasionally carry up to 25 pounds;
• Occasionally push or pull objects;
• Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially flex at the knees;
• Frequently reach at or below should height, and occasionally reach above shoulder height

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance. If hired, the prospective employee must present documentation within three (3) days of the hire date to establish identity and employment eligibility as required by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Employee must be able and willing to travel and provide recruitment assistance to external campuses. Must be able to operate a licensed motor vehicle, have access to a dependable motor vehicle, and possess a valid state driver’s license. Must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record.

Wayland Baptist University does not unlawfully discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. Under federal law, the university may discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its mission and purposes.

Wayland Baptist University does not illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age or disability in admissions or in the administration of its educational policies, programs and activities. Under federal law, the University may discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its purposes. In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the University does not illegally discriminate on the basis of sex in the administration of educational policies, programs and activities.