Nurse Practitioner - NP - Podiatry

Allina Health•Springfield, MO

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. This position supports the podiatry program at New Ulm Medical Center and Springfield Clinic working alongside Dr. Ben Tonsager. 1.0 FTE (open to lower FTE discussion) 8 hour day shifts This position will be a part of a team-based approach to podiatry care for New Ulm and the surrounding communities. Clinic will be based in New Ulm with an expectation of outreach coverage to additional sites at a schedule to be determined upon hire. Services will include but not be limited to, acute podiatric care when surgeon is unavailable, ongoing care of patients, and post operative care. Successful candidates will enjoy a highly team based environment with the desire to grow skills in the area of podiatry.

Requirements

Master's degree - Completion of accredited Nurse Practitioner program
Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing required upon hire
Certified Nurse Practitioner - MN Board of Nursing required upon hire
Certified Nurse Practitioner - American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification within specialty required upon hire
ACLS-BLS Tier 2 - Multisource required within 180 Days
Drug Enforcement Administration required upon hire
Valid Driver’s License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment for those working in Complex Care for Seniors, Community Palliative Care and Hospice

Nice To Haves

Experience with procedures, acute care management, complex medical management are preferred.
Experience in podiatry is not required

Responsibilities

Provides clinical care for patients
Completes comprehensive patient assessments.
Determines diagnosis and treatment of illness.
Orders and interprets medical diagnostics in tandem with attending physician.
Prescribes medications, treatments, therapy and medical equipment.
Conducts patient education when working to manage chronic illness or wellness care.
Refers for specialty care when determined.
Consults with physician when patient needs outside of Nurse Practitioner scope of practice, diagnosis or treatment plan is unclear.
Promotes communication within the team and other interdisciplinary health care staff.
Acts as resource to members of the team.
Works with primary care team for program development.
Acts as liaison with outside agencies as needed.
Collaborates with hospital staff by consulting and rounding on patients if designated by the specialty.