Nurse Practitioner

Vision Quest Solutions Inc.; South Dakota; On-site; USD 145,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision Quest Solutions is actively recruiting a contract Nurse Practitioner for an IHS government contract in Fort Thompson, South Dakota. The role involves conducting comprehensive patient assessments, diagnosing and managing acute, chronic, and complex health conditions, and coordinating care with interdisciplinary teams.

You will order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests, develop treatment plans, and prescribe medications.

Qualifications

• Active/unrestricted RN license.
• MSN or DNP from accredited program.
• National board certification in population focus (e.g., FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, ACNP-BC).
• Advanced clinical training and competency evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and exams.
• Diagnose and manage acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Develop and implement treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and manage pharmacotherapy.
• Provide patient education and health promotion.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams.
• Maintain detailed records and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Diagnostic reasoning

Clinical decision-making

Communication with patients

Independent work

Professional development

Education

MSN or DNP

RN license (Active/unrestricted)

National board certification in population focus

Job description

Vision Quest Solutions is actively recruiting a contract Nurse Practitioner for an IHS government contract in Fort Thompson, South Dakota.

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history and physical exams.
• Diagnose and manage acute, chronic, and complex health conditions.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests (lab work, imaging, EKGs).
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and manage pharmacotherapy.
• Provide patient education, counseling, and health promotion guidance.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Maintain detailed patient records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Active/unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Graduate-level education: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).
• National board certification in a population focus (e.g., FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, ACNP-BC).
• Advanced clinical training and competency evaluation.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong diagnostic reasoning and clinical decision-making.
• Proficiency in interpreting diagnostic tests.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to ethical practice and continued professional development.

Hourly Rate: $105 - $115 per hour (please note this is a rough estimate and salary will be set at the time of the contract award)

Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8 am to 5 pm

An active and unrestricted RN license from any State is acceptable.

Must be a United States citizen with no need for sponsorship.