What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner - Wound Care position at Mercer Healthcare Center?
Job Responsibilities and Requirements
- Perform all treatments, dressing changes, ointments, sprays, lotions, etc. on all residents following center policy and procedures as it pertains to resident privacy, infection control, and physician's orders.
- Recommend treatment at least 1 time weekly in the nurse notes, skin grids, pressure sore reports, or other required documents.
- Re-order treatment supplies from pharmacy or central supply as needed.
The selected candidate will work collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure seamless patient care. Prior supervisory experience in a long-term care center is highly desirable but not mandatory.