APP - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Family Medicine | Mahnomen

Sanford Health•Mahnomen, MN

About The Position

Sanford Health is seeking an advanced practice provider for a family medicine role in Mahnomen. The position provides family practice care to patients of all ages, from infants through older adults, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic illnesses, as well as health promotion and wellness. The provider works in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals. This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE clinic position with a Monday–Friday day schedule. The schedule includes 40 hours per week, comprising 36 patient-contact hours and four hours of administrative time. The team currently includes three APPs and one MD, who is present three days per month. Weekends and holidays are not scheduled. New graduates will be considered. The position requires a master's or doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. Applicants must hold current Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner licensure in each state of practice, applicable prescribing permits and licenses, and national board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Credentialing and privileging requirements may supersede this job description when they differ.

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-C or FNP-BC).
Obtain and maintain required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on the privilege form.

Nice To Haves

Experience in primary care or family medicine is preferred.
For APRNs licensed before August 1, 1995, a master's degree in nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive physical examinations 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, such as wound care and suturing.
Document patient care accurately in the electronic health record system.
Participate in quality improvement and practice initiatives.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members.
Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based practice guidelines.