APP - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | Urgent Care

Sanford Health•Rapid City, SD

About The Position

The Urgent-Acute-Walk-In Care Nurse Practitioner provides immediate, high-quality advanced nursing care for patients with non-life-threatening acute illnesses and minor injuries in a fast-paced walk-in clinic. The role involves assessing, diagnosing, treating, and educating patients while collaborating with physicians and healthcare staff to support efficient patient flow and care delivery. The position conducts focused histories and physical examinations; treats acute illnesses and injuries; orders and interprets diagnostic tests; performs minor procedures; provides patient education; and prescribes medications and therapies within the applicable scope of practice and protocols. It also involves documenting encounters in the electronic health record, participating in quality improvement, complying with clinic policies and regulatory standards, and responding to emergencies.

Requirements

Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
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 the state.
National board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC or FNP-C).
Obtain and maintain required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on the privilege form.
Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice if they differ.

Nice To Haves

Experience in urgent care, emergency, or primary care settings.
For APRNs licensed prior to August 1, 1995, a master's degree in nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct focused patient histories and physical examinations.
Diagnose and treat acute illnesses and injuries, including respiratory infections, minor fractures, lacerations, burns, and allergic reactions.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as X-rays, lab work, and EKGs.
Perform minor procedures, including wound suturing, splinting, incision and drainage, and foreign body removal.
Educate patients about illness prevention, medication use, and follow-up care.
Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with scope of practice and protocols.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and administrative staff to optimize patient care and clinic operations.
Document patient encounters accurately and promptly in the electronic health record.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and comply with clinic policies and regulatory standards.
Respond promptly to emergencies and escalate care as needed.