Clinic Nurse - Healthcare for the Homeless Suitcase Clinic/IIHHS (Part-Time)

Working Title: Clinic Nurse - Healthcare for the Homeless Suitcase Clinic/IIHHS (Part-Time)

State Role Title: Registered Nurse II/Nurse Practitioner I/Physician Assistant

Position Type: Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

 

College/Division: College of Health and Behavioral Studies

Department: 551213 - Suitcase Clinic RMH 2024

 

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $35.00 - $40.00

 

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? Yes. This is a grant-funded position and is contingent upon continued funding.

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

 

Beginning Review Date: 10/14/2025

 

About JMU:

JMU is a publicly funded university with a beautiful campus and a supportive community that is committed to preparing students for the future. JMU offers several perks to all employees including:
• A Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.
• Free Access to the University Recreation Center (UREC): Employees can enjoy facility access and program registration privileges at UREC and University Park. This includes the climbing wall, equipment centers, and group exercise studios.
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft and Legal Protection Plans, and several other supplemental benefits.
• Holiday Breaks: The university is granted 12 holidays a year.
• Talent Development Trainings: The Talent Development department offers a wide variety of personal and professional trainings, eligible for all employees to join.

Visit our Benefits site to learn more about the benefits that James Madison University offers to part-time employees!

 

General Information:

The Healthcare for the Homeless Suitcase Clinic, a healthcare initiative dedicated to improving the health of the local homeless population, is accepting applications for a part-time Clinic Nurse. The Clinic Nurse collaborates with other professionals to evaluate patients’ physical and mental health conditions as well as other client needs. The Nurse serves as an advocate who helps patients understand their health status and how to improve it as well as a liaison between patients and clinicians, staff, and community organizations to ensure that the desired client outcomes are achieved. The Clinic Nurse reports to the Program Director for the Healthcare for the Homeless Suitcase Clinic.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Attend all clinics at shelter sites and assist in managing clinic setup and activities
* Conduct physical and mental health assessments with homeless clients to determine needs, including health care services, emotional support, and other practical needs
* Work with individual homeless clients to develop a service plan based on an assessment of strengths and challenge areas
* Encourage clients to establish a medical home with a primary care provider and initiate referrals to medical, mental health, substance abuse, and/or dental professionals
* Work closely with the Care Coordinator to assist clients in identifying and accessing available resources including medications, financial resources, public benefit programs, and services from other organizations
* Collaborate with other Suitcase Clinic staff and volunteers and community agencies to coordinate services and avoid duplication of efforts
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client contacts, clinical notes, services needed, and services provided within appropriate deadlines
* Participate in weekly staff meetings and report on patient needs and clinic activities

 

Qualifications:

* LPN or RN (prefered) with extensive experience or nursing degree and licensure in the state of Virginia
* Knowledge of trauma, substance abuse, mental health and medical conditions common to people experiencing homelessness
* Excellent interpersonal skills and experience working with people experiencing homelessness
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Strong computer skills (including Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel) and the Internet
* Ability to work effectively as part of a tea