Wound Care Nurse Practitioner
About the Role
As an experienced or new-to-wound-care Nurse Practitioner, you'll manage your patient outcomes based on your clinical expertise and direction. You are a valued member of a close-knit team, making a real difference in the lives of patients with chronic wounds. This is a mobile, facility-based role where you will travel between multiple patient locations daily.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive wound care to patients in nursing facilities, utilizing the latest advancements in wound healing, including debridement and advanced dressings.
- Work within a collaborative, physician-led team model that supports your clinical growth and patient outcomes.
Training & Development
Skilled Wound Care provides thorough training and ongoing education for all clinicians:
- 36 hours of company-provided CME conferences, workshops, and online courses.
Pay
Full-time Nurse Practitioners can expect a competitive compensation package aligned with national wound care NP averages:
- Starting base pay of $120,000 - $145,000 annually.
- Earn up to $171,000+ with additional services and performance-based bonuses (no earning cap).
- Per-patient visit pay and per-procedure pay.
- Quarterly bonus program with the potential to earn up to 30% additional income.
- Reimbursement for the application of biological skin substitutes.
Schedule
- No call.
- Collaborative scheduling to build a workable routine.
- Custom software system designed to reduce admin and documentation time.
Requirements
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited institution.
- Active and unrestricted NP license in the state of practice.
- National board certification required (FNP, AGNP, or relevant specialty).
- Wound care experience preferred but not required (comprehensive training provided).
- DEA registration or willingness to obtain.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and comfort with significant daily driving between nursing facilities.
Work Environment
Skilled Wound Care fosters a supportive and collaborative environment. Clinicians benefit from team retreats, ongoing education, and a shared commitment to advancing wound care practices. Wound care is a dynamic and rapidly evolving field with new biological therapies, such as amniotic tissue application, being adopted regularly.