Full Job Description
OWP is a leader in advanced wound care and feeding tube management, focused on improving patient outcomes, reducing hospital readmissions, and providing high-quality, cost-efficient care. We specialize in chronic and complex wound and feeding tube management, offering care in skilled nursing facilities, long-term care centers, and private homes. By using cutting-edge technology, we set the standard for precision and efficiency in wound care.
Position Summary:The Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant is a key part of the clinical team, delivering advanced wound care and feeding tube management services across a designated region. The role involves extensive travel to provide hands-on care in various settings, ensuring optimal patient recovery and satisfaction. Strong clinical expertise, problem-solving, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
Advanced Clinical Care:
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage various types of acute and chronic wounds (e.g., venous ulcers, pressure ulcers, diabetic wounds).
- Perform specialized procedures such as debridement, negative pressure therapy, and feeding tube placements and maintenance.
- Monitor wound healing and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
Patient Advocacy and Education:
- Develop personalized care plans and educate patients, caregivers, and facility staff on wound care and feeding tube management.
Professionalism and Collaboration:
- Maintain respectful communication with primary care providers, facility teams, and other healthcare professionals, fostering a collaborative care environment.
Communication and Documentation:
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in EHR systems and provide updates on patient progress to stakeholders while adhering to HIPAA regulations.
Workflow Optimization and Innovation:
- Identify and implement improvements in clinical workflows to enhance care delivery and operational effectiveness.
Regional Travel and Adaptability:
- Travel extensively (50–70 miles daily) to various care sites, adapting to diverse clinical settings.
Safety and Compliance:
- Follow infection control protocols and respond to urgent patient needs, ensuring safety and compliance with OWP policies.
Pay rate: from $65/hr.
Position Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant program.
- Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license in Washington State.
- National certification through NCCPA.
- DEA registration to prescribe controlled substances.
Job Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Benefits:
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave)
- Continuing education allowances
- Professional liability insurance
- Mileage reimbursement for travel within assigned regions
Medical Specialty:
- Wound Care
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $65.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Wound Care
Work Location: On the road
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