**Job Description:** Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills, works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. Provides health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. They may care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted in age-related category and area of expertise. **Education Qualifications:** **Geriatrics/Eldercare** Park Rapids/Detroit Lakes, MN We are seeking a practitioner (adult-geriatrics trained/certified preferred) to join our Eldercare team in providing exceptional healthcare to our adult patient population; the position will work in our Park Rapids and Detroit Lakes locations. Our collegial Eldercare group is innovative, quality-focused and driven to provide exceptional care for both the patient and their families. Our current team includes 4 advanced practice clinicians. Step into a busy and growing practice that allows you to be an engaged and appreciated member of an outstanding team-based model of care. + 1.0 FTE, full-time status + Clinical hours are Mon-Fri typically between 8a-5p + Provide services to seniors in the transitional care units, nursing home/LTC facilities and assisted living campuses in Detroit Lakes and surrounding communities + 8-10 patients per day in nursing home/assisted living settings + May be asked to see geriatric patients in the clinic setting + Call rotation is 1:5 weekday nights and weekend /holiday call; must be able to respond via telephone within 30 minutes. + Must be able to conduct advance care planning with elders & families and provide education to NH staff. + Must have the ability to work independently off-site without direct supervision of MD and work well with facility leadership and Medical Director on processes and quality improvement. + Prior experience in family medicine, internal medicine, or geriatrics is preferred. The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision-making skills, while working both independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. The NP/PA will provide health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. The primary population served is 60+. Position requires high level of customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, co-workers, and others. **EDUCATION/TRAINING:** + Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nurse Practitioner or Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Physician Assistant program from an accredited program/institution. + Adult-Geriatrics trained/certified or willingness to obtain is preferred **LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:** + Current licensure as a registered nurse in appropriate states (if NP). + Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in appropriate states. + Current certification in CPR + National certification, in applicable area. + Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation **For more information, contact:** Deven Lord | 218-828-7481 | Deven.Lord@EssentiaHealth.org **https://www.essentiahealth.org/careers/** _Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status._ **Licensure/Certification Qualifications:** NP: Current licensure as a registered nurse in appropriate state. Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in appropriate state. Current certification in CPR. National certification in applicable area. Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice PA: Current licensure as a physician assistant in appropriate state. Current certification in CPR. National certification. Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*: Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.*Eligibility for Essentia Health’s benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000 for more information. **Job Location:** St Marys Hospital - Detroit Lakes **Shift Rotation:** Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America) **Compensation Range:** $53.01 - $74.22 / hour **FTE:** 1 It is our policy to afford EEO to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.