Wound Care Specialist

1 week ago


Artesia, New Mexico, United States Artesia General Hospital Full time
Job Summary

The Wound Care Nurse Practitioner will provide expert wound care management in a dedicated clinic setting. This role involves assessing and treating chronic and acute wounds, minor injuries, and other conditions related to wound management. The Nurse Practitioner will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care and optimal healing outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Debride wounds using sharp, enzymatic, autolytic, or surgical methods that can be safely completed in the clinic, including all associated procedures.
  • Apply and manage topical wound care treatments and wound management products.
  • Recommend and direct associated services to enhance wound healing outcomes, including lab work, radiologic tests, vascular tests, referrals, and use of advanced wound care technologies like Vacuum Assisted Closure devices.
  • Interpret diagnostic tests and recommend appropriate follow-up care.
  • Prescribe medications, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), and supplies needed for wound healing and prevention within scope of practice and as per collaborative agreements.
  • Educate patients and their families on wound care, including topical and systemic management.
  • Provide regular updates to referring physicians, care managers, and other healthcare providers on patient status and treatment progress.
  • Serve as a resource for planning, policies, and decisions related to patient care.
Requirements
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a high level of compassion for patient care.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills to assess wound care needs.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage a clinical caseload effectively.
Additional Responsibilities
  • Provides oversight of Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses and Medical Assistants. May have oversight of Residents, Interns, or Students. Communicate and develop positive collaboration with medical staff.
  • AGE-RELATED COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.
  • Information Management: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.
  • Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety: Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.

Artesia General Hospital is committed to providing high-quality patient care and is seeking a skilled Wound Care Nurse Practitioner to join our team.



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