APP - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | General Surgery-First assist

20010 Sanford Clinic; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a General Surgery Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced nursing care for surgical patients. You will assess, diagnose, and manage preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care in collaboration with our surgical team.

The role involves patient education, pain and wound management, and coordination of follow-up care to ensure optimal outcomes. Join Sanford Health to contribute to a growing surgical service line within a rural health system.

Qualifications

• Masters/doctorate in nursing practice from an accredited program.
• Licensure as RN and NP in applicable states.
• DEA permit to prescribe controlled substances.
• State CS license as required.
• National board certification (AGACNP-BC or ACNPC-AG / ACNP-BC).
• Additional certifications may be required (FNP-BC, FNP-C, AGPCNP-BC, A-GNP).
• Privileging documents and credentialing govern scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments for surgical conditions.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests relevant to general surgery.
• Collaborate with surgeons and multidisciplinary teams on care plans.
• Provide preoperative evaluations and patient education.
• Manage postoperative care including recovery, pain, wound care, and complications.
• Assist in surgical procedures under surgeon supervision.
• Prescribe medications and therapies per state laws.
• Document care and maintain medical records.
• Educate patients and families on procedures, recovery, and lifestyle.
• Participate in quality improvement and regulatory compliance.
• Stay current with advances in general surgery and nursing practice.
• This role includes on-call coverage outside regular hours.

Skills

Surgical experience

Education

Master’s / Doctorate in Nursing (NP)

RN and NP licensure in practice states

DEA permit to prescribe controlled substances

State CS License

Board certification: AGACNP-BC / ACNPC-AG / ACNP-BC

Additional certifications: FNP-BC / FNP-C / AGPCNP-BC / A-GNP

Privileging and credentialing requirements

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.

Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Work Shift: Day (United States of America). Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40. Compensation: Union. Position: No.

Department Details Independent clinic practice with the autonomy to evaluate, diagnose, manage, and follow patients within your scope of practice.

Surgical first-assist opportunities, working directly alongside our General Surgeons in the operating room.

Inpatient surgical practice, providing continuity of care for hospitalized surgical patients.

Work collaboratively with a team of seven General Surgeons with a broad range of surgical expertise.

Join an established team of three APPs, with opportunities for continued growth of the APP team.

Opportunity to develop a clinical niche or area of special interest, including opportunities within Bariatric Surgery and other specialized areas of General Surgery.

A practice model that allows you to utilize your individual strengths and interests while developing your professional expertise.

Strong support from an experienced operational, nursing, and clinic team, allowing you to focus on patient care.

Opportunity to participate in a growing surgical service line with an established referral base and continued opportunities for expansion.

Production-based compensation model that rewards productivity and clinical contribution.

A collaborative environment that provides the benefits of both autonomous practice and close physician collaboration.

Summary

The General Surgery Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures. The NP works collaboratively with surgeons and the healthcare team to assess, diagnose, and manage preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care. This role involves patient education, pain management, wound care, and coordination of follow-up care to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Job Description

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including history-taking and physical exams related to surgical conditions.

Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests relevant to general surgery patients.

Collaborate with surgeons and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.

Provide preoperative evaluations and prepare patients for surgery, including patient education and risk assessment.

Manage postoperative care, including monitoring recovery, managing pain, wound care, and identifying complications.

Assist in surgical procedures as needed under the supervision of the surgeon.

Prescribe medications, treatments, and therapies according to state laws and institutional policies.

Document patient care accurately and maintain up-to-date medical records.

Provide patient and family education on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and lifestyle modifications.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with hospital and regulatory standards.

Stay current with advances in general surgery and nursing practice through continuing education.

This position also provides on-call coverage outside of regularly scheduled hours.

Qualifications

• Completion of a master’s, postmaster’s, or doctorate from an accredited nurse practitioner program accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate of Nursing Education or National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission.
• If Licensing prior to August 1, 1995, master's degree in nursing is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in surgical or acute care settings 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 an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC) or ACNPC-AG), Acute Care Adult (ACNP-BC).
• Additional certifications require approval from a market executive leader: Family (FNP-BC) or (FNP-C), Adult-Gerontology Primary Care (AGPCNP-BC) or (A-GNP).
• 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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The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. 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. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.