Advanced Practice Provider, Wound Care

OSF HealthCare; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 76,043 - 87,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Vacation and holiday time

Well-being time for self-care

Sick leave for family care

Continuing Medical Education (CME)

Health, life, dental, and retirement plans

Paid malpractice insurance

Concierge relocation services

Student loan repayment counseling

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Alton, Illinois is seeking an Advanced Practice Nurse/Physician Assistant to deliver outpatient wound care. Responsibilities include evaluating and managing complex wounds, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates must be licensed in Illinois for nursing or physician assistant services and possess strong clinical judgment and communication skills. The position offers generous paid time off and competitive hourly compensation ranging from $55.20 to $63.65.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Illinois nursing or physician assistant license.
• License for prescribing narcotics is required.
• Ability to work in a collaborative healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality outpatient wound care services.
• Evaluate and manage treatment for complex wounds.
• Coordinate care and develop individualized treatment plans.

Skills

Excellent clinical judgment

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Fast-paced environment adaptation

Education

Licensed to provide nursing services in Illinois

Licensed by the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration

Current Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Overview

In accordance with professional standards of care and adhering to the corporate philosophy of OSF Medical Group (OSFMG), the Advanced Practice Nurse/Physician Assistant is responsible for:

• Delivering high-quality, outpatient wound care services for patients with acute, chronic, post-surgical, diabetic, venous, pressure, traumatic, and other complex wounds.
• Working collaboratively with wound care physicians, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary team members to evaluate, manage, and treat a variety of complex wounds using evidence‑based practices, advanced therapies, and appropriate procedural interventions.
• Comprehensive assessments, development of individualized treatment plans, patient and family education, coordination of care, and ongoing management to promote healing, prevent complications, and optimize patient outcomes.
• Perform wound care procedures such as sharp debridement, application of advanced dressings, compression therapy, and management of biologic/adjunctive therapies.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests, including laboratory studies, imaging, vascular assessments, and cultures.
• Prescribe medications, wound care treatments, and durable medical equipment as appropriate.
• Participate in clinic quality improvement initiatives and contribute to documentation accuracy, workflow efficiency, and best practice implementation.

Qualifications

• Licensed to provide either advanced practice nursing services in the State of Illinois as issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act OR physician assistant services as issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation in accordance with the Illinois Physician Assistant Practice Act of 1987.
• Licensed by the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration and State of Illinois for prescribing of narcotics.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining patient‑centered focus.
• Prior experience in wound care, dermatology, vascular surgery, or related clinical specialty is preferred but new graduates will be considered.

Total Rewards

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Benefits & Perks

• Generous paid time off!
• Vacation and holiday time off to get away and recharge
• Well‑being time for self‑care, mission trips, or whatever makes you happy!
• Sick leave for you or to care for an ill‑family member
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) time and dollars
• Health, life, dental, and retirement plans
• Paid occurrence‑based malpractice
• Concierge relocation services
• Student Loan repayment counseling
• Clinical base hourly pay range for this position: $$55.20 – $63.65. This is an hourly position.
  • Range shown should be used as an estimate and can be impacted by many factors including but not limited to the critical need of the position, overall experience and qualifications, community need, and other considerations. Additional compensation components may be applicable such as bonuses or incentives which may or may not be based on metric achievement.