Nurse-Practitioner - WOUND Care - AL

Recruit Secure is collaborating with a for-profit Healthcare organization that is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and caring RN Nurse Practitioner (N-P) with expertise in Wound Care for direct hire. The company provides Nurse- Practitioners to Skilled Nursing homes in Alabama to work with the facilities' nursing team to improve quality care and reduce re-hospitalizations. This position can be part-time (2 days) or full-time, working at a skilled facility in the Huntsville, AL  area (other areas are also available). Scheduling is flexible.

The ideal candidate will be a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with experience assessing, evaluating, and documenting skin and wound conditions and an in-depth knowledge of treatment protocols and has worked in a Skilled Nursing Home or long-term facility

The N-P will report to the Regional Clinical Director of the company and work closely with the Medical Director and Director of Nursing at the facility.

Some Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine check-ups and examinations to assess skin and wound conditions
• Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic conditions and develop plans of care
• Implementing orders and treatments
• Evaluating the progress of specialized skin and wound conditions
• Evaluate new admissions
• Document status and care plans and monitor changes
• Notify the House physician and family of changes
• Provide Wound Care education to nursing staff
• Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for patients

Requirements:

• Current AL State RN license
• AL Licensed Nurse Practitioner
• At least 2 years’ experience in the care and treatment of wounds
• In-depth understanding of Wound Care protocols and treatments
• Ability to train Nursing teams on policies and protocols for the prevention and care of wounds
• Experience in Skilled Nursing Homes is a plus but not mandatory
• Basic Computer skills and experience with EMR software
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with Nursing teams

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