Nurse Practitioner (Part-TIme, up to 19 hours)

The University of Rhode Island; Kingston (RI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Rhode Island in Kingston invites a Nurse Practitioner to join Student Health Services on a part-time basis (up to 19 hours per week). The role provides independent clinical care, including assessment, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic conditions under established protocols.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in nursing, an RN/NP license with prescriptive privileges in Rhode Island, CPR certification, and at least two years of NP experience in family practice or

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing and RN/NP licensure in Rhode Island are required.
• Two years of NP experience in family practice or adult medicine or URI fellowship completion.
• Experience with outpatient GYN care and proficiency with EHRs are expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical exams and develop holistic care plans.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions; prescribe per protocol.
• Maintain accurate, auditable clinical records.
• Refer patients to specialists and conduct follow-ups.
• Collaborate with physicians on complex cases and emergency care.
• Contribute to protocol development, quality improvement, and wellness counseling.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Prescriptive authority

Electronic Health Records

Patient communication

Interprofessional collaboration

Education

Master's degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

80 Lower College Road, Kingston, RI 02881

Nurse Practitioner (Part-TIme, up to 19 hours)

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Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number SF02235

Job Title

Job Title Nurse Practitioner (Part-TIme, up to 19 hours)

The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs and is the State’s flagship public research university, as well as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and within easy reach of Newport, Boston, and New York City.

BASIC FUNCTION : Provide independent clinical care, assessing, diagnosing, and managing acute and chronic conditions within the scope of Student Health Services and Rhode Island General Laws, Chapter 5-34, in collaboration with other licensed health care professionals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical examinations and develop holistic care plans.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions, independently prescribing and administering medications and therapeutics within written protocol.
• Maintain accurate, auditable clinical records.
• Refer patients to specialists and conduct follow-up.
• Consult and collaborate with physicians, particularly on complex cases, and initiate emergency treatment as needed.
• Participate in developing clinical protocols, quality improvement, and peer review.
• Provide health promotion and wellness counseling.

SCHEDULE AND STATUS : This is a part-time, non-benefited position of up to 19 hours per week. The Medical Director sets days and hours based on clinical coverage needs. A non-standard work week may be required.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS : Current Rhode Island Registered Nurse license; Rhode Island Registered Nurse Practitioner license with prescriptive privileges; Federal DEA registration; and CPR certification.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS : The incumbent is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Required Qualifications

REQUIRED : Master's degree in nursing and a bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field from an accredited institution. Current licenses and certifications as listed above. Two years of experience as a nurse practitioner in family practice or adult medicine, or completion of the URI Student Health Services fellowship. Demonstrated clinical skill to practice without direct supervision, including documented experience with routine outpatient GYN care. Demonstrated experience with Electronic Health Records ( EHR ). Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; ability to work with diverse groups and coordinate support staff; and ability to prepare reports and make recommendations. Ability to work the assigned schedule, including a non-standard week if required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with college health and behavioral health care.

URI is unwavering in its commitment to equal opportunity, community, equity, and diversity. In furtherance of its mission to serve and support all learners as the state’s public flagship university, URI continues to expand efforts to recruit and retain a broadly representative workforce as well as to regularly evaluate the effectiveness of those efforts. All employment decisions, including hiring, are made without regard to protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting the URI benefits office at 401-874-2416. For TTY assistance, contact R.I. Relay Services at 711.

Environmental Conditions

The incumbent is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Posting Date

Posting Date 10/10/2026

Closing Date

Closing Date 10/24/2026