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Job description
Careers With Purpose
nSanford 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.
nFacility: Sanford Watertown Clinic
nLocation: Watertown, SD
nAddress: 901 4th St NW, Watertown, SD 57201, USA
nShift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
nJob Schedule: Full time
nWeekly Hours: 40.00
nDepartment Details
nWalk-in and Acute Care opportunity within a busy primary care ambulatory clinic setting.
nJob Summary
nThe Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care to patients of all ages, from infants to older adults. This role involves assessing, diagnosing, treating, and managing acute and chronic illnesses, promoting health and wellness, and working in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare providers. Conduct comprehensive physical exams and health assessments
nObtain and interpret patient histories and diagnostic tests
nDiagnose and treat common acute and chronic medical conditions
nPrescribe medications and therapeutic treatments within the scope of practice
nDevelop and implement individualized care plans
nProvide health education and counseling on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle choices
nManage follow-up care and coordinate referrals to specialists when needed
nPerform minor procedures as appropriate (e.g., wound care, suturing)
nDocument patient care accurately in the electronic health record system
nParticipate in quality improvement and practice initiatives
nCollaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members
nMaintain current knowledge of evidence-based practice guidelines.
nQualifications
nMaster's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
nIf APRN was licensed prior to August 1, 1995, master's degree in nursing is preferred.
nExperience in primary care or family medicine preferred
nCurrent licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice.
nCurrent Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice.
nState Controlled Substance License (if required by State)
nNational board certification as a Family (FNP-C) or (FNP-BC)
nObtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form.
nPrivileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice, if variation between documents exists.
nBenefits
nSanford 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 .
nSanford 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 or send an email to .
nPractice Details: Will provide primary care to walk-in and acute care patients on a daily basis.
nCompensation Package: APP 1
nAbout this Community: Watertown is a growing community, with a great school system, including Lake Area Tech, a thriving business community and numerous cultural attractions.
nSanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
nReq Number: R-
nJob Function: Advanced Practice Provider
nFeatured: No
nSpecialty: Family Medicine
nVisas Accepted: N/A
Worksite address
watertown, SD, 57201, US
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