Full Job Description
Job Title: Experienced Wound Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)Our Office Location: Oakbrook, IL
Service Location(s): in the patient’s house or facility where they live in Lake Zurich, IL, Barrington, IL, Elgin, IL, Des Plaines, ILCompensation: Competitive per visit compensation
Position Summary:We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Wound Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with a minimum of 1 year of experience in wound care management (debridement and grafting) to join our team in Oakbrook, IL.
In this role, you will deliver specialized wound care to patients, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered services in various outpatient and home settings. This position is ideal for a compassionate and knowledgeable NP or PA looking to make a meaningful impact while working on a flexible, per-visit basis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, diagnosis, and management of wounds.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on wound assessment, patient history, and current evidence-based practices.
- Perform wound care procedures such as debridement, skin grafting, dressing changes, infection control, and other advanced techniques.
- Educate patients and their families on wound care procedures, preventive care, and post-treatment home care.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers, including primary care physicians, home health nurse and specialists, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Document care in electronic medical records accurately and in compliance with regulatory standards.
Qualifications:
- Active Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) license in Illinois.
- Minimum of 1 year of wound care experience in debridement and skin grafting required.
- Certification in wound care (WCC, CWCN, or equivalent) preferred but not required.
- Strong knowledge of wound care protocols, techniques, and infection control.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-centered approach to care.
- Ability to travel within Lake Zurich, Elgin, Barrington, and Des Plaines, IL area.
Benefits:
- Competitive per-visit rate
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Malpractice Coverage
- Flexible schedule that allows for work-life balance.
- Opportunity to work independently while contributing to a patient-centered care team.
Job Types: Contract, PRN, Per diem
Pay: From $120.00 per hour
Expected hours: 3 – 4 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Medical Specialty:
- Wound Care
Work Location: In person
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