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Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
32
Union Position:
No
Department Details
Join established, highly tenured group of Endocrinologists
4 days per week, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, days off variesThe Endocrinology Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care to patients with endocrine disorders such as diabetes, thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal and pituitary disorders, and metabolic conditions. The NP works collaboratively with endocrinologists and healthcare teams to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based care, emphasizing patient education, disease management, and prevention.Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including history-taking, physical exams, and review of diagnostic tests.
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic endocrine disorders.
Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized treatment plans.
Prescribe medications and order diagnostic tests as per scope of practice and state regulations.
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
Provide patient education on disease processes, medication management, lifestyle modifications, and self-care techniques.
Collaborate with physicians, dietitians, diabetes educators, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
Maintain accurate and timely medical records and documentation.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education to stay current with advances in endocrinology.
Facilitate referrals to specialists or community resources as needed.
Support research activities or clinical trials, if applicable.
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.
Certification in Diabetes Education (CDE) or experience in diabetes management is highly desirable.
Strong knowledge of endocrine disorders, pathophysiology, and treatment modalities.
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 an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC) or ACNPC-AG), Acute Care Adult (ACNP-BC). Additional certifications require approval from a market executive leader: Family (FNP-BC) or (FNP–C), Adult-Gerontology Primary Care (AGPCNP-BC) or (A-GNP)
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.
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Sanford Health is the largest rural health system in the U.S. Our organization is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, we serve more than one million patients and 220,000 health plan members across 250,000 square miles. Our integrated health system has 47 medical centers, 2,800 physicians and advanced practice providers, 170 clinical investigators and research scientists, more than 200 Good Samaritan Society senior care locations, and world clinics in eight countries around the globe. Learn more about our commitment to shaping the future of rural health care at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.
