Job Description:
Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills, works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. Provides health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. They may care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted in age-related category and area of expertise.
Education Qualifications:
NP: Master's degree in nursing
PA: Bachelor's degree in a health/science-related field
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
Our Wahpeton team is looking for an Advanced Practice Clinician to join the Family Medicine Department. This patient-centered care team is quality-focused and service-oriented while working in collaboration with one another. The current team consists of 2 MD's and 6 Advanced Practice Providers, 2-General Surgeons, 1 Chiropractor, 1 Behavioral Health Counselor and 1-Optometrist in a newly remodeled clinic that also offers an Ambulatory Surgery Center on-site. The team continues to grow and expand services. The position will include:
.8 FTE (29 patient contact hours)
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Care for all ages (newborn through geriatric); mix of Same Day and Family Medicine
10-18 patients per day
Established patient base
Interest in Orthopedic Sports Medicine desired
May also provide outreach support at our satellite clinics
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision-making skills, while working both independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. The NP/PA will provide health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. They may care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted in age-related category and area of expertise. Position requires high level of customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, co-workers, and others.
EDUCATION/TRAINING:
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Current licensure as a registered nurse in appropriate state (if NP).
Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in appropriate state.
Current certification in CPR
National certification, in applicable area.
Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice.
Recruiter Contact:
Kristen Reardon | 701.361.6026 | Kristen.Reardon@essentiahealth.org
FTE
0.8
Shift Rotation
Day Rotation (United States of America)
Effective December 1, 2019: Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer assessment, including a urine drug screen, immunization review, proof of required vaccinations, and background check. Essentia Health is committed to maintaining a work environment free from the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol.
Essentia Health EEO:
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