Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care
Company: Family Health Center
Location: Ladysmith
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description JOB SUMMARY The Nurse
Practitioner – Primary Care is a licensed healthcare provider
responsible for delivering high-quality medical and educational
services to patients in accordance with established Nurse
Practitioner protocols and within the scope of practice defined by
the State of Wisconsin. This role functions under the supervision
of a licensed physician and plays a key role in supporting
comprehensive, patient-centered care. The Nurse Practitioner
collaborates with multidisciplinary care teams to promote health,
prevent disease, and manage chronic conditions, while ensuring
compliance with clinical standards and organizational policies.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Obtains comprehensive medical histories and
physical data to support accurate and complete patient records.
Performs appropriate physical examinations and documents findings
in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards. Orders and
interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests based on patient needs
and clinical findings. Synthesize clinical data to establish
accurate diagnoses and develop individualized treatment plans.
Provides patients and families with education regarding
medications, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary health team members to ensure
coordinated and effective delivery of care. Initiates referrals to
appropriate healthcare professionals and facilities as indicated by
patient condition or treatment needs. Educate patients and families
on strategies to improve, promote, and maintain optimal health,
including disease prevention and self-care practices. Maintains
accurate and timely documentation, including clinical records,
medication lists, and follow-up care to support reimbursement and
quality care delivery. Adheres to the organization’s drug formulary
and prescribing guidelines in compliance with internal policies and
external agreements. Identifies barriers to care delivery or
patient flow and contributes to the development of corrective
action plans. Provides clinical supervision and support to staff,
including direction in triage and urgent clinical situations.
Demonstrates accountability for personal performance, resource use,
and timely completion of responsibilities to support operational
and financial goals. Follows established safety protocols and
procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
Prepares written prescription orders for medications, including
controlled substances, in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Participates in the development of patient education materials and
identifies relevant community resources to support patient and
family needs. Manages and triages patient telephone inquiries,
providing appropriate clinical guidance and support. Actively
engages in selected committee and quality improvement initiatives
as assigned. Maintains strict adherence to scheduled work hours
with regular and reliable attendance. Performs other duties as
assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Master’s degree in Nursing
required. Preferred one to three years of nursing experience in a
related specialty. CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES Current State of
Wisconsin Nurse License and Nurse Practitioner Licensure required.
Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) License required.
Preferred BLS and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) at time of
hire, or within three-months of employment. Equal Opportunity
Employer
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