Job Description: Wound Care Nurse Practitioner NP

Responsibilities:

· Conduct thorough assessments of patients with various wound types, including diabetic ulcers, pressure ulcers, surgical wounds, and complex non-healing wounds.

· Utilize diagnostic tools, medical history, and physical examinations to accurately diagnose wound aetiology and contributing factors.

· Collaborate with supervising physicians and interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized wound care plans tailored to patients' needs and goals.

· Integrate evidence-based wound management strategies, including wound dressings, debridement, and adjunctive therapies.

· Administer wound care procedures, such as applying advanced wound dressings and negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT).

· Collaborate with wound care nurses, other nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive wound care.

· Maintain accurate and organized electronic health records (EHR) documenting wound assessments, treatment plans, procedures, and progress.

Qualifications:

• Nurse Practitioner (NP) degree from an accredited program.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience required.
• Certification and licensure as an NP in the state of practice.
• Proficient understanding of wound aetiology, wound healing phases, and evidence-based wound management.
• Compassion, empathy, and a patient-centered approach to care.
• Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) and documentation systems.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39.71 - $47.83 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Internal Medicine
• Primary Care

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental schedule:

• On call

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Clinic
• In-person
• Outpatient

Ability to Relocate:

• Scottsdale, AZ 85260: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person