Nurse Practitioner - Family Medicine

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Compensation:

Union Position:
No
Department Details
Join a supportive team at Lake Hallie with an established practice where you will work alongside 3 physicians and 2 APP's.

Summary
The Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care to patients of all ages, from infants to older adults. This role involves assessing, diagnosing, treating, and managing acute and chronic illnesses, promoting health and wellness, and working in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare providers.

Job Description
Conduct comprehensive physical exams and health assessments


Obtain and interpret patient histories and diagnostic tests


Diagnose and treat common acute and chronic medical conditions


Prescribe medications and therapeutic treatments within the scope of practice


Develop and implement individualized care plans


Provide health education and counseling on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle choices


Manage follow-up care and coordinate referrals to specialists when needed


Perform minor procedures as appropriate (e.g., wound care, suturing)


Document patient care accurately in the electronic health record system


Participate in quality improvement and practice initiatives


Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members


Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based practice guidelines.

Qualifications
Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.


If APRN was licensed prior to August 1, 1995, master's degree in nursing is preferred.


Experience in primary care or family medicine preferred


Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice.


Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice.


State Controlled Substance License (if required by State)


National board certification as a Family (FNP-C) or (FNP-BC)


Obtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form.


Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice, if variation between documents exists.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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