What are the responsibilities and job description for the WC NP - Shreveport position at MDB Health Services?
MDB Health Services is the largest healthcare provider in long-term care in Mississippi, offering medical and psychiatric services to nursing homes and assisted living residents. With nearly 10 years of experience, we are known for delivering high-quality care. As a clinician-owned and managed company, we value our staff, fostering a supportive work environment with low turnover.
We are seeking a compassionate Wound Care Nurse Practitioner to provide specialized wound care services to patients in long-term care facilities. If you're a skilled clinician who is passionate about improving patient outcomes and want to be part of an amazing team, this is the role for you!
Key Responsibilities
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We are seeking a compassionate Wound Care Nurse Practitioner to provide specialized wound care services to patients in long-term care facilities. If you're a skilled clinician who is passionate about improving patient outcomes and want to be part of an amazing team, this is the role for you!
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough wound assessments and develop personalized care plans for each patient.
- Perform wound debridement, dressing changes, and other wound care procedures.
- Continuously monitor and assess patients' progress in wound healing.
- Educate both patients and facility staff on effective wound care techniques and prevention strategies.
- Work closely with physicians and healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.
- Manage pain related to wounds to ensure patient comfort.
- Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
- Current Nurse Practitioner license in specified location.
- Certification in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOCN) is preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in wound care.
- Strong clinical skills in wound assessment and treatment, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.
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