Do you have a passion for delivering high-quality health care and public health service to a university community? The University of Southern Maine’s Health Services seeks applicants for a Part-time Nurse Practitioner.
As a Nurse Practitioner , you will play a vital role in promoting the health, wellness, and success of USM students by providing high-quality, compassionate primary health care services. Working within the scope of your advanced practice licensure and national standards of nursing practice, you will assess, diagnose, treat, and support the diverse health needs of the University community. In addition to delivering exceptional patient care, you will contribute to a collaborative healthcare team, support continuous quality improvement, foster professional growth, and help advance the mission and goals of Health and Counseling Services.
About Health and Counseling Services
Health and Counseling Services is committed to fostering a healthy campus community by providing accessible, high-quality physical and mental health services. Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to support student well-being through counseling, outreach, consultation, prevention, and crisis response.
What You’ll Do:
Provide Comprehensive Primary Care
- Evaluate patients using a holistic, patient-centered approach that supports the unique healthcare needs of college students.
- Assess, diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic health conditions.
- Provide first aid and emergency care to students, faculty, and staff as needed.
- Educate patients on health promotion, disease prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Maintain accurate electronic medical records and clinical documentation using established standards.
- Serve as a patient advocate while delivering compassionate, strengths-based care.
Collaborate with the Healthcare Team
- Consult with physicians, nurses, counselors, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Participate in case reviews, quality improvement initiatives, and peer review activities.
- Assist with the development of departmental policies, strategic initiatives, and clinical best practices.
- Participate in research initiatives and committee work as appropriate.
Promote Campus Wellness
- Support campus-wide health education, prevention, and screening programs.
- Maintain knowledge of community healthcare resources and facilitate referrals when appropriate.
- Contribute to outreach efforts that promote student health and wellness across the University community.
Support Clinical Operations
- Maintain compliance with applicable clinical regulations, including OSHA and CLIA standards.
- Assist with inventory management, equipment oversight, and recommendations for clinical supplies.
- Precept and mentor nurse practitioner students, medical trainees, and other clinical learners as appropriate.
What We’re Looking For
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and patient management skills.
- Experience providing primary or ambulatory care in a collaborative healthcare setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to patient-centered care.
- The ability to respond effectively to urgent and crisis situations.
- Strong clinical judgment, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- A commitment to health promotion, wellness education, and continuous quality improvement.
- The ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across the University and within the healthcare community.
Pay and Benefits
This is an in person, part-time, 9-month position based on our Gorham Campus but may provide services on all three campuses. This position offers an annual salary of $35,625.00.
The University of Southern Maine offers highly competitive benefits for full-time and eligible part-time employees that includes (but is not limited to):
- 13 paid holidays plus earned vacation time and sick time.
- Health, dental and vision insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance.
- A tuition waiver program for employees and their spouse or dependent child(ren).
- A 403(b)-retirement plan.
- Free access to the METRO system, including the Husky Line with service between our Portland and Gorham campuses.
About the University
The University of Southern Maine is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond. USM is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit About Our University .
The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates varied perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community.
We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness.
Required Qualifications:
- Holds or must attain State of Maine license to practice as RN/APRN prior to completion of hiring process with approval to practice as an independent Nurse Practitioner in Maine.
- ANCC or AANP Certification as a Family or Adult Nurse Practitioner.
- Minimum 2 years nurse practitioner work experience.
- Current BLS certification.
- Current DEA License.
- Master’s degree in Nursing.
License/Certifications:
- Holds or must attain State of Maine license to practice as RN/APRN prior to completion of hiring process with approval to practice as an independent Nurse Practitioner in Maine.
- ANCC or AANP Certification as a Family or Adult Nurse Practitioner.
- Minimum 2 years nurse practitioner work experience.
- Current BLS certification.
- Current DEA License.
To apply, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below or visit our USM Careers Page and submit the following:
- Cover letter
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of names and contact information for three references.
For full consideration please submit all required materials by September 24, 2026.
We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.
Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.
The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator .
Clery Act:
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