APP - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | Family Medicine

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.

Facility: Watford City Clinic Location: Watford City, ND Address: 709 4th Ave NE Suite 1, Watford City, ND 58854, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 40.00

Department Details

• Join one of the Midwest's largest rural healthcare

networks!

• Established facility with large service area

• Booming city with small town charm

• Lab and radiology on site

• Monday - Friday outpatient only practice with half a day each week for administrative time

• Visiting specialties include Cardiology, Podiatry, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Orthopedics, and Audiology

• Supportive administration with a culture of innovation

Job Summary

The 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

Obtain and interpret patient histories and diagnostic tests

Diagnose and treat common acute and chronic medical conditions

Prescribe medications and therapeutic treatments within the scope of practice

Develop and implement individualized care plans

Provide health education and counseling on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle choices

Manage follow-up care and coordinate referrals to specialists when needed

Perform minor procedures as appropriate (e.g., wound care, suturing)

Document patient care accurately in the electronic health record system

Participate in quality improvement and practice initiatives

Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members

Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based practice guidelines.

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.

Experience in primary care or family medicine 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 a Family (FNP-C) or (FNP-BC)

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 [email protected] .

Practice Details: * Join one of the Midwest's largest rural healthcare

networks!

• Established facility with large service area

• Booming city with small town charm

• Lab and radiology on site

• Monday - Friday outpatient only practice with half a day each week for administrative time

• Visiting specialties include Cardiology, Podiatry, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Orthopedics, and Audiology

• Supportive administration with a culture of innovation

Compensation Package: Sanford Health offers a nationally competitive compensation plan 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 and tail coverage, and a relocation allowance.

About this Community: Watford City, the gateway to the scenic Theodore Roosevelt National Park, is a family friendly community located in the epicenter of North Dakota's energy boom. Watford City is rich with local historical attractions as well as nearby trails, lakes, rivers for endless entertainment opportunities.

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.

Req Number: R-0267231 Job Function: Advanced Practice Provider Featured: No Specialty: Family Medicine Visas Accepted: N/A