APP - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Urology

About the job

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Summary

The Urology Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care for patients with urologic conditions, including urinary tract disorders, kidney stones, prostate issues, and urologic cancers. The NP works collaboratively with urologists and the healthcare team to evaluate, diagnose, manage, and follow up on medical and surgical treatments.

Job Description

Conduct detailed patient histories and physical examinations focused on urologic conditions.

Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests such as urinalysis, ultrasound, CT scans, cystoscopy, and lab work.

Manage acute and chronic urologic issues including urinary tract infections, incontinence, prostate enlargement, and kidney stones.

Provide preoperative and postoperative care for urologic surgeries.

Educate patients on diagnosis, treatment options, medication use, and lifestyle modifications.

Perform minor procedures within scope of practice, such as catheterization, bladder scans, and dressing changes.

Collaborate with urologists, oncologists, radiologists, and other specialists for comprehensive patient care.

Document patient encounters, treatment plans, and follow-ups accurately in electronic medical records.

Participate in patient education programs and quality improvement initiatives.

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 urology or related clinical setting 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 (NP-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.

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 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.