Nurse Practitioner, Nephrology

Marshfield Clinic Health System; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Sanford Health in Eau Claire, WI, is seeking a Nephrology Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced care for patients with acute and chronic kidney diseases, including those on dialysis and post-transplant. You will collaborate with nephrologists and the interdisciplinary team to assess, test, treat, and educate patients and families.

Off-site dialysis center coverage in Eau Claire and Rice Lake, with hours Monday–Thursday (4 eight-hour days).

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.
• Nephrology Or Internal Medicine Experience 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)
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form.

Responsibilities

• The NP provides advanced nursing care and management to patients with acute and chronic kidney diseases, including those on dialysis and post-transplant.
• Works with nephrologists and the interdisciplinary team to perform assessments, order and interpret diagnostic tests, develop and implement treatment plans, and educate patients and their families.
• Educates patients and families on disease processes, medications, treatment options, lifestyle modifications, and transplant considerations.
• Monitors and adjusts care plans for dialysis patients in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Documents all patient interactions and clinical decisions in the electronic health record.
• Collaborates closely with nephrologists, dialysis teams, dietitians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner knowledge

Education

Master’s or Doctorate Nurse Practitioner program

APRN licensure (RN + NP) in practice states

DEA permit to prescribe controlled substances

State CDS license (if required)

National board AGACNP-BC/ACNPC-AG or ACNP-BC

Job description

Careers With Purpose

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.

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.

Facility:

Marsh Ctr Eau Claire

Location:

Eau Claire, WI

Address:

2116 Craig Rd, Eau Claire, WI 54701, USA

Shift:

Varies

Job Schedule:

Full time

Weekly Hours:

32.00

Department Details

Marshfield Clinic - Eau Claire is seeking a Nurse Practioner to join thriving practice in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

This position will be working at off-site at Dialysis centers in Eau Claire and Rice Lake.

Hours: Monday - Thursday ( 4, 8-hour days)

Job Summary

The Nephrology Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care and management to patients with acute and chronic kidney diseases, including those on dialysis and post-transplant. Working in collaboration with nephrologists and the interdisciplinary team, the NP performs assessments, orders and interprets diagnostic tests, develops and implements treatment plans, and provides education to patients and their families. Conduct comprehensive health assessments including histories and physical exams, focusing on renal health.

Manage patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), end-stage renal disease (ESRD), acute kidney injury (AKI), and hypertension.

Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work, urinalysis, and imaging studies.

Prescribe medications, manage dialysis care, and monitor patient responses to treatment.

Collaborate closely with nephrologists, dialysis teams, dietitians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.

Educate patients and families on disease processes, medications, treatment options, lifestyle modifications, and transplant considerations.

Monitor and adjust care plans for dialysis patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and help develop evidence-based care protocols.

Document all patient interactions and clinical decisions in the electronic health record.

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.


• Nephrology Or Internal Medicine Experience 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.

Benefits

Sanford 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 home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

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

Compensation Package:

Sanford Health offers a nationally competitive salary with an additional physician benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, CME allowance, allowed time away, malpractice insurance with tail coverage, and a relocation allowance.

About this Community:

Located in western Wisconsin, Eau Claire, meaning French for clear waters, is located at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire Rivers, and is considered to be one of Eau Claire’s finest assets and a valuable link to the area’s heritage. The most recent investment in the arts and live music scene is the Pablo Center at the Confluence, a 1,200+ seat theatre with an approximately 400-seat flexible theatre that has three rehearsal, dance and community rooms, visual arts galleries and more. Eau Claire is home to the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and Chippewa Valley Technical College, as well as excellent public and private K-12 schools. Recreation for all seasons is close by and includes boating, fishing, golf, hiking and nature trails, bicycle trails, as well as snowmobile, cross-country ski and snowshoe areas. Eau Claire is just 75 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul along the I-94 corridor. If you are interested in living in a safe community and caring for an underserved population, Eau Claire is the perfect city for you. Fun Fact: Eau Claire is known as the Horseradish Capital of the World!

Req Number:

R-0251811

Job Function:

Advanced Practice Provider

Featured:

No

Visas Accepted:

N/A