APP - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Endocrinology

Endocrinology Nurse Practitioner

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.

Marsh Ctr Eau Claire
2116 Craig Rd, Eau Claire, WI 54701, USA

• Shift: Day
• Job Schedule:
  
  Full time
• Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  32.00

Join a highly tenured group of Endocrinologists.

Schedule:

4 days per week, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with varying days off.

The 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.

• Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• APRNs licensed prior to August 1 1995:
  Master’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Certification in Diabetes Education (CDE) or experience in diabetes management 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 (Family FNP‑BC, Adult‑Gerontology Primary Care AGPCNP‑BC, etc.) require approval from a market executive leader.
• Obtain and subsequently maintain 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 offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full‑time and part‑time employees. Depending on eligibility, benefits include health, dental, vision, and 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

Sanford Health offers a nationally competitive compensation plan with additional benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), short‑term and long‑term disability, life insurance, CME allowance, allowed time away, malpractice insurance and tail coverage, and a relocation allowance. Sanford Health – Marshfield Clinic is a non‑profit 501(c)(3) organization, which may qualify you for additional state and/or federal education loan forgiveness programs.

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.

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