APP - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Family Medicine

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Facility: Marsh Clin Rhinelander
Location: Rhinelander, WI
Address: 2260 N Shore Dr, Rhinelander, WI 54501, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00

Department Details

Marshfield Clinic - Rhinelander Center is seeking a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Rhinelander, Wisconsin. The NP or PA is a skilled member of the health team who provides medical and educational services to patients under the supervision of a licensed physician.

Position Details

This role will be a 4-day per week schedule. The day off is flexible and will be discussed with the team. We are looking for an experienced primary care PA or NP.

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 Health 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 talent@sanfordhealth.org .

Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Compensation Package: Sanford Health offers a nationally competitive salary 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 with tail coverage, and a relocation allowance.
About this Community: Located in Oneida County, home to approximately 8,000 residents, Rhinelander boasts 230 freshwater lakes within twelve miles of the city. Enjoy all four seasons by going out on your boat, kayak or canoe during the warmer months, and experience snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ice-fishing or snowmobiling during the winter. Need to get out of town and explore? There are plenty of options that are just a short driving distance away from Rhinelander. You can easily take a daytrip to enjoy bigger community attractions without the inconvenience of living there. Or when it is time to go on a longer trip, you can conveniently take advantage of the city’s airport. Those of us that have chosen to call Rhinelander home have come to enjoy the benefits of short commutes, safe and friendly neighborhoods, fresh air and water, bountiful nature, and so much more. Come and see for yourself. Fun Fact: Rhinelander is home to the Hodag Country Festival, a country music festival!
Req Number: R-0252683
Job Function: Advanced Practice Provider
Featured: No
Visas Accepted: N/A