Description

Nurse Practitioner Summary 

Full-Time | Monday-Friday between the hours of 7:00 am -5:00 pm. | No nights, weekends, or holidays.

This role is focused on providing both acute and chronic care management for adult and geriatric patients in our Wausau service area. The Nurse Practitioner collaborates with supervising physicians to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans that improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

Nurse Practitioner Key Responsibilities

• Delivers primary care for adult and geriatric patients, addressing both acute and chronic health conditions.
  Develops personalized treatment plans in close coordination with the facility care team and other healthcare providers.
  Establishes medical diagnosis, prescribe medications, perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and other care coordination as needed.
  Ensures timely, accurate, and thorough documentation of patient assessment and care plans.
  Works closely with specialty providers (e.g., wound care, psychiatry) to coordinate integrated care.
  Communicates changes in patient conditions and treatment plans to the clinical team and with patients, families, and staff to support understanding of care plans and interventions.
  Fosters strong relationships with patients, their families, and the facility staff to enhance care quality.
  Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Qualifications

• Advanced Practice Provider license (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant).
  Valid DEA.
  BLS certified.
  Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
  Ability to work independently.
  Effectively collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
  Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.