APP - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | PAME Clinic

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. Work Shift: 10 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Union Position: No Department Details Summary The Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care to hospitalized patients, working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to manage acute and chronic conditions. The NP performs comprehensive assessments, develops and implements treatment plans, orders and interprets diagnostic tests, and coordinates patient care to ensure optimal outcomes during hospital stays. Job Description Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including history, physical exams, and review of diagnostic results. Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions in hospitalized patients. Develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the healthcare team. Order, interpret, and follow up on laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures. Prescribe medications and treatments according to hospital protocols and state regulations. Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as necessary. Facilitate patient and family education regarding diagnosis, treatment, and discharge plans. Coordinate patient care with consulting specialists, nursing staff, social workers, and other healthcare providers. Document all patient encounters and care plans accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR). Participate in hospital rounds, quality improvement initiatives, and staff education. Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Respond to emergent patient needs and assist in critical care situations as needed. This position also provides on-call coverage outside of regularly scheduled hours. 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. Previous experience in hospital medicine, acute care, or related clinical settings 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. 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 talent@sanfordhealth.org. Sanford Health, one of the largest health systems in the United States, is dedicated to the integrated delivery of health care, genomic medicine, senior care and services, global clinics, research and affordable insurance. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization includes 44 hospitals, 1,400 physicians and more than 200 Good Samaritan Society senior care locations in 26 states and nine countries.