APP Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Wound Care

Sanford Health

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profile Job Location:

Beaver Dam, WI - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Shift:

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Union Position:

No

Department Details

The Nurse Practitioner (NP)/ Physician Assistant is a skilled member of the health team who provides medical and educational services to patients under the supervision of a licensed physician according to Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Protocol and within the scope of the License in the State of Wisconsin.

Summary

The Wound Care Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care treatment and management of patients with acute and chronic wounds. The NP works in collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans aimed at promoting wound healing preventing complications and improving patient outcomes.

Job Description

Perform comprehensive wound assessments including size depth and tissue type. Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as wound cultures vascular studies and labs. Develop and implement evidence-based wound care treatment plans including dressings debridement and advanced therapies. Manage comorbid conditions impacting wound healing such as diabetes and vascular disease. Educate patients and caregivers on wound care techniques prevention strategies and lifestyle modifications. Collaborate with physicians physical therapists nutritionists and home health providers. Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments as needed. Document wound assessments treatments and outcomes accurately in electronic medical records. Participate in wound care clinics interdisciplinary rounds and quality improvement projects. Maintain compliance with infection control and safety standards.

Qualifications

Masters or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. If APRN was licensed prior to August 1 1995 masters degree in nursing is preferred.

Experience in wound care dermatology or vascular nursing preferred.

Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice. Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice. State Controlled Substance License (if required by State) National board certification as a Family (FNP-BC) or (FNPC). Additional certifications require approval from a market executive leader: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care (AGPCNP-BC) or (A-GNP) Adult (ANP-C) National certification in wound care (e.g. Wound Care Certified WCC) preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form. Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications criteria and scope of practice if variation between documents exists.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.


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Junior IC

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footp...
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Key Skills

  • EMR Systems
  • Pain Management
  • Acute Care
  • Primary Care Experience
  • Suturing
  • Vital Signs Experience
  • Dermal Fillers
  • Experience Administering Injections
  • Pediatrics Experience
  • Nursing
  • Botox Experience
  • Medicare

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Marshfield Clinic is a health care system with over 50 locations in northern, central, and western Wisconsin. Marshfield Clinic Don't just live. Shine.

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