Wound Care Nurse Practitioner

Wound Care Nurse Practitioner Responsibilities

• Performing physical exams and patient observations.
• Recording patients' medical histories and symptoms.
• Creating patient care plans and contributing to existing ones.
• Ordering, administering, and analyzing diagnostic tests.
• Monitoring and operating medical equipment, as needed.
• Diagnosing health issues and sharing it with the physician on call.
• Administering medicine and other treatments.

Wound Care Nurse Practitioner Requirements

• CNP/Certified Nurse Practitioner License
• Graduate of a state registered Nurse Practitioner Program OR is certified as a Nurse Practitioner by a National Association.
• Wound Care experience in a clinic, hospital, or nursing home.
• Experience using diagnostic techniques to identify diseases and implement appropriate treatments.
• Ability to communicate important health information effectively and compassionately.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate well with the elderly.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.
• DEA required.

General Information

• Compensation: $80.00 to $100.00 per hour.
• 7-8 hours visiting patients plus paperwork.
• Schedule: typically, 9AM – 5PM.
• 20-25 patients per visit.
• The MedServ Group covers your medical malpractice insurance.