APP - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Otolaryngology (ENT)
Sanford Health
Summary
The Otolaryngology APP provides advanced nursing care for patients with disorders of the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck. The APP works in collaboration with otolaryngologists and the multidisciplinary team to perform assessments, manage medical and surgical treatments, and provide patient education.
Job description
Summary
The Otolaryngology APP provides advanced nursing care for patients with disorders of the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck. The APP works in collaboration with otolaryngologists and the multidisciplinary team to perform assessments, manage medical and surgical treatments, and provide patient education.
Job Description
- Perform detailed patient histories and physical examinations focused on ENT disorders.
- Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests such as audiograms, CT/MRI scans, and lab work.
- Assist in the management of acute and chronic ENT conditions, including infections, allergies, voice and swallowing disorders, and head and neck cancers.
- Provide preoperative and postoperative care for ENT surgical patients.
- Manage medication therapy, including antibiotics, steroids, and other relevant treatments.
- Conduct minor procedures within scope of practice, such as ear debridement, nasal endoscopy, and laryngoscopy.
- Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment plans, and preventive care.
- Document clinical encounters thoroughly and maintain accurate medical records.
- Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and quality improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice
- Current 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)
- Experience in otolaryngology, ENT, or related fields preferred
Company overview
Sanford Health is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, operating as a nonprofit organization headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Founded in 1894, the organization has grown into a comprehensive health system with 44 medical centers, 482 clinics, and more than 200 senior living facilities across 26 states and nine countries. Sanford Health provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including acute care hospitals, specialty clinics, senior care through the Good Samaritan Society, genomic medicine, global clinics, and the Sanford Health Plan insurance program. The system employs over 48,000 healthcare professionals including 1,400 physicians and delivers care through five Centers of Excellence: Cancer, Children's, Heart, Orthopedics/Sports Medicine, and Women's Health. Annually, Sanford Health handles approximately 5.3 million outpatient visits, 84,000 admissions, and 136,000 surgeries. The organization is also actively involved in medical research and education through partnerships with academic institutions, positioning itself as a regional healthcare leader in the Midwest with expanding international presence.