Inpatient Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (NP/PA)

Position Summary

The Inpatient Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant provides comprehensive inpatient medical care to hospitalized patients across the lifespan, as appropriate to training and privileging. Working collaboratively with family medicine physicians, hospitalists, and multidisciplinary care teams, this role focuses on evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and coordination of care for acute and chronic medical conditions in the inpatient setting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide direct inpatient medical care for hospitalized patients
Perform comprehensive histories, physical examinations, and daily patient assessments
Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute medical conditions and exacerbations of chronic illness
Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
Manage admissions, daily rounding, and discharge planning
Respond to changes in patient condition, including urgent clinical issues
Coordinate care with consultants, nursing staff, case management, and ancillary services
Communicate effectively with patients and families regarding care plans and discharge instructions
Ensure safe transitions of care and appropriate outpatient follow-up
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic medical record
Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and care coordination activities
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and utilization initiatives
Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
Current NP or PA certification and state licensure
Eligibility for hospital credentialing and privileging
DEA registration or eligibility
Prior experience or training in inpatient medicine, family medicine, or hospital medicine preferred

Skills and Competencies

Strong inpatient clinical assessment and decision-making skills
Ability to manage multiple patients in a fast-paced hospital environment
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Strong organizational and documentation abilities
Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care

Work Environment

Acute care hospital inpatient units
Schedule may include shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays depending on service needs

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout hospital units
Manual dexterity for bedside assessments and procedures
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient evaluation

Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (NP/PA) - South Dakota