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Job OverviewJoin our industry-leading team as a Wound Care Nurse Practitioner/Physician’s Assistant. We are a leader in the development and management of comprehensive wound healing with industry-leading technology. We are looking for top talent of this field who are dedicated to excellence and diligence in their daily workflow with strong antilytic and problem-solving skills with a valid unrestricted driver’s license. This position involves planning, directing, and evaluation residents in senior living facilities and in-home wound care. The selected candidate will diagnosis and treat various wound types, conduct specific lab tests, offer referrals, and execute bedside procedures in alignment with their expertise and available equipment. Collaboration with internal and external medical partners is essential for comprehensive care and treatment of in-home and facility-based patients. 75% travel with this job.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely perform wound debridement’s using sharp, enzymatic, autolytic, or surgical methods at the patient’s location.
- Apply and manage topical wound care and related wound management products.
- Direct and recommend associated services to enhance wound healing outcomes, including labs, radiologic tests, vascular tests, referrals, and more.
- Interpret diagnostic tests and suggest suitable follow-ups.
- Prescribe necessary medications, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), or supplies, aligned with the supervising physician’s collaborative agreement.
- Conduct risk assessments for Diabetic Foot Ulcers in diabetic patients as per ADA guidelines.
- Educate patients about wound management and ensure referring physicians are updated on the latest wound care practices.
- Act as a resource for health-related decision-making, planning, and policy creation.
- Collaborate with staff to determine resident needs and develop strategies to address them.
- Ensure regular skin sweeps on a quarterly basis.
- Provide services at various Senior Living Facilities, as well as in-home patients within the scheduled plan.
- Handle other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Successful completion of an accredited nurse practitioner program.
- State-approved Board of Nursing authorization to perform medical tasks.
- Active, unrestrictive state APRN license.
- Registered nurse license in the state.
- Master’s degree in nursing.
- Or Licensed Physician Assistant
- Wound Care Certified
- Unrestricted Driver’s License
Skills:
- Exceptional verbal/written communication.
- Strong autolytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Dedicated to excellence and diligence in your daily workflow.
- Task prioritization mastery.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to stand/walk for over 4 hours.
- Ability to lift up to 100 pounds for residence assistance.
- Regularly lift 10 pounds.
- Bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting during patient care.
Work Environment:
- Potential exposure to indoor/outdoor environmental challenges, blood borne pathogens, physical (e.g., needle pricks) and chemical hazards.
- Service provision at various facilities and in patient’s homes.
Compensation and Benefits:
- WILL PAY ALL RELOCATION COSTS
- WILL PAY TO DUAL LICENSE
- Salary: $50.00 – $65.00 per hour
- Daytime schedule Monday to Friday
- No Weekends
- Competitive benefits including dental, vision, health, and life insurance, malpractice coverage, paid time off, continuing education credits, and more.
Location:
- Multiple locations; 75% travel required.
- Primary work location, on the road.
Job Type:
- Full-time.
Licensure/Certification:
- Either a Physician Assistant License or Certified Nurse Practitioner (Mandatory)
- Wound certified
- Job Typer: Full-time
- Salary: $50.00 – $65.00 per hour
- Benefits:
- Dental
- Flexible Schedule
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Vision Insurance
Join our team of compassionate healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the lives of our patients through exceptional wound care management!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $104,000.00 – $135,200.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Geriatrics
- Wound Care
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
License/Certification:
- WCC (Preferred)
- Certified Nurse Practitioner (Required)
License/Certification:
- WCC (Preferred)
- Certified Nurse Practitioner (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Denton, TX 76210: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (Required)
Work Location: In person
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