APP - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Family Medicine - Perham MN

sanford; Perham (MN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

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. 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

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice.
• National board certification as a Family (FNP-C) or (FNP-BC).
• DEA permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice.

Responsibilities

• 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 therapies within scope of practice.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Provide health education and counseling on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Coordinate referrals to specialists when needed.
• Perform minor procedures as appropriate (e.g., wound care, suturing).
• Document patient care accurately in the EHR system.
• Participate in quality improvement and practice initiatives.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and healthcare team members.
• Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based practice guidelines.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical assessment

Health education

Team collaboration

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Nurse Practitioner

RN and NP licensure in state(s) of practice

FNP-C or FNP-BC board certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

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: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Compensation:

Union Position: No

Department Details

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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