Recruit Secure is collaborating with a for-profit Healthcare organization that is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and caring Nurse Practitioner (N-P) with expertise in Wound Care for direct hire. The company provides Nurse Practitioners to Skilled Nursing homes to work with their nursing teams to improve the quality of care and reduce re-hospitalizations. This position requires 2-3 days of work at a skilled facility in the Lewisburg, PA area.  Scheduling can be flexible.  (no weekends required). The company provides dedicated Scribes and a support staff to assist with documentation, medical records, and scheduling.

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

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

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 PA State RN license
• PA 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