APP - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Hospitalist Rehab Unit

Good Samaritan Society; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join their Hospitalist Rehab Unit. In this pivotal role, you will provide comprehensive medical management for patients in an inpatient rehabilitation setting, ensuring high-quality care through collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. You will conduct thorough assessments, develop treatment plans, and prescribe medications while maintaining detailed patient records. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in patient recovery and health outcomes. With a supportive environment and opportunities for professional growth, this is an exciting opportunity for both experienced practitioners and new graduates looking to advance their careers in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Generous Time Off Package

Work/Life Balance Benefits

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited nurse practitioner program required.
• Current state licensure and DEA permit to prescribe controlled substances necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical management and treatment for rehab patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for patient care.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Care Coordination

Treatment Planning

Medication Prescription

Clinical Research Participation

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Doctorate in Nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

APP - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Hospitalist Rehab Unit | Sanford Careers

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Facility: Sanford S Univ Med Ctr
Location: Fargo, ND
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00

Job Summary

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides medical management to patients on the inpatient rehabilitation unit at South University Hospital. Obtains a thorough medical history from patients and, depending on the patient population and setting, will perform an examination and/or assessment to determine patients' needs. Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to analyze and interpret information collected from patients, medical records, symptoms, physical findings, or diagnostic information, to develop and establish appropriate diagnoses. Rounds on patients to demonstrate the importance of care coordination and navigation. Works in collaboration with providers and independently to provide care. Formulates a treatment plan for patients and prescribes medications based on efficacy, safety, and cost as legally authorized. Maintains complete and detailed records of patients' health care plans and prognoses in a timely manner. Makes necessary healthcare referrals. Provides patients with information needed to promote health, reduce risk factors, or prevent disease or disability. Counsels patients and family members about self-management and treatment plans for health issues, tailoring instructions to patients' individual circumstances. May participate in clinical research studies. Incorporates evidence-based practice guidelines into care. Maintains current knowledge of state legal regulations for advanced practice provider practices, including reimbursement of services.

Qualifications

1. Completion of a master’s, postmaster’s, or doctorate from a nurse practitioner program accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate of Nursing Education or National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission.
2. Demonstrated current competence and provision of care, treatment, or services for an adequate volume of patients in the past twelve months, or completion of master’s/post-master’s degree program in the past twelve months.
3. Current licensure by the applicable state board of nursing for advanced practice.
4. Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances.
5. Certified Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC) or (A-GNP) or (AGACNP-BC) or (ACNPC-AG) or Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (NP-C) or (FNP-BC).
6. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department-specific competencies and certifications.

Schedule M-F, inpatient setting, Hospital (no clinic). Experience preferred. New grads may be considered; CVs should reflect the ability to treat patients in complex settings with many medical issues that may challenge new grads. MD supporting at all times.

Duties:

1. Assist in the management of hospital care for rehab patients.
2. Responsible for diagnosis and treatment of complex medical patients, in conjunction with the interdisciplinary care team.
3. Works in an interdisciplinary team to provide the highest quality of patient care.
4. Complete medical progress notes daily for the patients assigned to their care.

Team Composition: The Hospitalist team consists of approximately 60 providers: 55 physicians and 5 APPs. The Rehab team will consist of a Hospitalist physician, this APP, Rehab physicians, APPs, and nursing staff.

Additional Information: Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy work-home balance.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Sanford Health has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0116509
Job Function: Advanced Practice Provider
Visas Accepted: N/A