Nurse Practitioner | Hospice | PRN

Avera McKennan; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a PRN Certified Nurse Practitioner to provide essential medical care. The role includes assessing patients, diagnosing and treating within approved protocols, and collaborating with physicians to develop care plans.

Candidates must hold CNP and RN licenses, with a focus on patient education and safety. The position requires flexibility to cover daytime shifts on a PRN basis, contributing to a multidisciplinary team and supporting quality

Qualifications

• Experience providing direct medical care following approved protocols and standards.
• Ability to assess and diagnose within scope of practice and coordinate with physicians.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients per approved protocols and standards.
• Provide medical services and health education to patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians on diagnosis and treatment plans.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as authorized by licensing and protocols.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure safety and aseptic practices.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Collaborative practice

Patient education

Documentation

Safety protocols

Education

Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) license

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

Location:Avera McKennan HospitalWorker Type:PRNWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Position HighlightsPRN as needed - Covering daytime shifts every TuesdayFlexibility to provide coverage during PTO for staffYou Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewProvides appropriate medical care to all patients by assessing physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients to develop a plan of care.What you will doAssesses, diagnoses, and treats patients according to medical staff approved protocol and acceptable standards of practice.Provides medical services and health education to patients and family members. Effectively contributes to the health education of individuals and groups and applies appropriate methods designed to increase each person’s motivation to assume responsibility for their own health care.Consults and collaborates with physician as assessing, diagnosing and treating patients.Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities.Interprets information gathered during the diagnostic process and consults with the physician as appropriate regarding abnormal health assessment findings to establish appropriate plan of care.Assures that appropriate referrals are made for patients.Provides quality care for patient, demonstrates appropriate health, safety, and aseptic practices. Recognizes and reacts appropriately to environmental safety factors related to patient care. Effectively provides patient instruction related to environment of care and safety standards.Effectively contributes to the development and attainment of physician practice goals.Practices according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities. Understands, applies, and supports practice policies, procedures, goals and standards.Maintains patient records and accurate information.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) - Board of Nursing Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based off job assignment Upon Hire andFederal Drug Enforcement Admin - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Admin Federal and State DEA licensure in the state of practice Upon Hire andRegistered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing An active license in the state of practice Upon HireExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].