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Discover a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient lives as a Wound Care Nurse Practitioner in Lewisport, Kentucky. This role offers the chance to provide specialized care within a facility-based long-term care model, focusing on the specific needs of residents in skilled nursing facilities. Join a team dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a supportive environment. This position involves providing facility-based Nurse Practitioner care within skilled nursing facilities. You will be serving an elderly patient population, residents of long-term care facilities, managing their wound care needs. The day-to-day clinical environment is collaborative, working closely with facility staff and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient management. We are seeking an autonomous clinician with a strong background in geriatric, adult, or family care. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing complex chronic conditions, particularly those related to wound care, and thrives in a collaborative team setting, working effectively with nursing home staff and attending physicians. ## Key Responsibilities - Provide wound care to long-term care residents in skilled nursing facilities - Assess and manage acute changes in condition; initiate appropriate diagnostic workup and treatment - Conduct advanced care planning and manage chronic disease conditions - Prescribe medications including controlled substances in accordance with Kentucky law - Communicate with nursing home staff and collaborate with attending physicians on care plans ## Qualifications - Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in Kentucky (required) - National board certification (AANP or ANCC) - Active DEA licensure - Clinical background in adult, family, or geriatric specialties - Demonstrated expertise in wound assessment, NPIAP staging, and advanced wound products; experience with wound vac preferred; wound care certification preferred - Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility setting preferred - Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) ## Benefits - Competitive per diem pay rate, malpractice insurance coverage, recertification reimbursement, flexible scheduling - Mileage reimbursement, disability insurance Schedule - Per Diem / PRN-based schedule serving skilled nursing facilities in Lewisport, KY - Flexible per diem scheduling based on facility needs and provider availability Location Lewisport, KY 42351 Lewisport, Kentucky, offers a charming small-town atmosphere as the largest city in Hancock County. Known for its friendly community and conservative values, it provides a peaceful lifestyle. Residents enjoy a lower cost of living compared to larger metropolitan areas, with easy access to outdoor activities along the Ohio River. It's an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking a close-knit community and a slower pace of life. Why Work Here? This role offers significant autonomy, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the elderly population's quality of life through specialized wound care. The structured facility-based model eliminates much of the administrative overhead often associated with traditional practice, letting you focus on patient care. You'll be part of a supportive interdisciplinary team, benefit from a flexible schedule, and receive competitive compensation for your expertise. For More Info Contact: Blake Moser Keywords: Wound Care Nurse Practitioner, NP, Nurse Practitioner, Lewisport, Kentucky, KY, Per Diem, PRN, Long-Term Care, Skilled Nursing Facility, Geriatric, Wound Care Certification
Discover a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient lives as a Wound Care Nurse Practitioner in Lewisport, Kentucky. This role offers the chance to provide specialized care within a facility-based long-term care model, focusing on the specific needs of residents in skilled nursing facilities. Join a team dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a supportive environment. This position involves providing facility-based Nurse Practitioner care within skilled nursing facilities. You will be serving an elderly patient population, residents of long-term care facilities, managing their wound care needs. The day-to-day clinical environment is collaborative, working closely with facility staff and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient management. We are seeking an autonomous clinician with a strong background in geriatric, adult, or family care. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing complex chronic conditions, particularly those related to wound care, and thrives in a collaborative team setting, working effectively with nursing home staff and attending physicians. ## Key Responsibilities - Provide wound care to long-term care residents in skilled nursing facilities - Assess and manage acute changes in condition; initiate appropriate diagnostic workup and treatment - Conduct advanced care planning and manage chronic disease conditions - Prescribe medications including controlled substances in accordance with Kentucky law - Communicate with nursing home staff and collaborate with attending physicians on care plans ## Qualifications - Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in Kentucky (required) - National board certification (AANP or ANCC) - Active DEA licensure - Clinical background in adult, family, or geriatric specialties - Demonstrated expertise in wound assessment, NPIAP staging, and advanced wound products; experience with wound vac preferred; wound care certification preferred - Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility setting preferred - Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) ## Benefits - Competitive per diem pay rate, malpractice insurance coverage, recertification reimbursement, flexible scheduling - Mileage reimbursement, disability insurance Schedule - Per Diem / PRN-based schedule serving skilled nursing facilities in Lewisport, KY - Flexible per diem scheduling based on facility needs and provider availability Location Lewisport, KY 42351 Lewisport, Kentucky, offers a charming small-town atmosphere as the largest city in Hancock County. Known for its friendly community and conservative values, it provides a peaceful lifestyle. Residents enjoy a lower cost of living compared to larger metropolitan areas, with easy access to outdoor activities along the Ohio River. It's an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking a close-knit community and a slower pace of life. Why Work Here? This role offers significant autonomy, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the elderly population's quality of life through specialized wound care. The structured facility-based model eliminates much of the administrative overhead often associated with traditional practice, letting you focus on patient care. You'll be part of a supportive interdisciplinary team, benefit from a flexible schedule, and receive competitive compensation for your expertise. For More Info Contact: Blake Moser Keywords: Wound Care Nurse Practitioner, NP, Nurse Practitioner, Lewisport, Kentucky, KY, Per Diem, PRN, Long-Term Care, Skilled Nursing Facility, Geriatric, Wound Care Certification
Full Time Wound Nurse Practitioner in prescott at Unknown Company
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