APP - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Occupational Medicine PRN

Sanford Health • Bemidji, MN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Medicine Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care focused on the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and management of work-related injuries and illnesses. The NP works in collaboration with physicians, employers, safety personnel, and healthcare providers to promote employee health, ensure regulatory compliance, and support safe return-to-work strategies.

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 State)
• National board certification as a Family (FNP-BC) or (FNP–C), Adult-Gerontology Primary Care (AGPCNP-BC) or (A-GNP), Adult (ANP-C).
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form.

Nice To Haves

• If APRN was licensed prior to August 1, 1995, master's degree in nursing is preferred.
• Experience in occupational medicine, urgent care, emergency medicine, or internal medicine preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat work-related injuries and illnesses in accordance with occupational health standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Conduct pre-employment, periodic, and return-to-work physical examinations.
• Perform functional capacity evaluations (FCEs), drug and alcohol testing, TB screenings, immunizations, and other health surveillance exams.
• Collaborate with employers to support workers' compensation claims and return-to-work planning.
• Educate patients on injury prevention, ergonomics, safe work practices, and chronic disease management.
• Maintain detailed documentation in compliance with OSHA, DOT, and state/federal guidelines.
• Communicate with case managers, safety officers, and HR departments to coordinate employee care.
• Participate in wellness and health promotion programs tailored to the workplace.
• Assist in the development of occupational health protocols and policies.
• Ensure timely and appropriate referral to specialty care as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level