APP - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Family Medicine

APP - Physician Assistant Or Nurse Practitioner | Family Medicine

Ladysmith, WI

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant is a skilled member of the allied health care team who is qualified both academically and clinically to provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to patients under the supervision of a licensed physician. The Physician Assistant works within a cooperative unit, utilizing team effort with health care providers, co-workers, and the public to provide positive patient interaction.

Our Ladysmith location is a Rural Health Clinic attached to a Critical Access Hospital. We have several specialties onsite.

Job 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. 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.

About this Community

Located along the scenic Flambeau River in northwestern Wisconsin, Ladysmith features a thriving business district in a picturesque Northwoods setting. Ladysmith has a population just north of 4,500 people, but is big in personality with its beautiful parks, diverse restaurants and shopping in its historic downtown district. The public schools in Ladysmith are above average, it is a safe community and Ladysmith has been investing in their community with over $150 million in new industrial investments since 1995. If you call Ladysmith home, you will come to enjoy the benefits of short commutes, safe and friendly neighborhoods, fresh air and water, bountiful nature and so much more. Fun Fact: Train lovers will see a number of railroad displays across the city and can visit "Old Smoky", a steam engine, and tour a box car and caboose!

Req Number: R-0252221 Job Function: Advanced Practice Provider Featured: No Visas Accepted: N/A