Dermatology APRN — Advanced Practice Leader

Defense Health Agency; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 177,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Health Agency in San Diego seeks an Advanced Practice Nurse (Dermatology) to deliver dermatology care in a federal healthcare setting. You will perform advanced nursing duties within scope, contribute to patient care plans, and support resident education.

Responsibilities include administering systemic, biologic, photo, and laser therapies, documenting care in official records, coordinating with primary and specialty teams, and serving as a GME preceptor to residents and students in a

Qualifications

• Graduate or higher level degree in a professional nursing program.
• Active, current registration as a licensed professional nurse.
• Must meet federal basic requirements for advanced nursing practice.

Responsibilities

• Administer systemic, biologic, photo, and laser therapies within scope.
• Provide emergency stabilization and CPR when a physician is unavailable.
• Utilize MHS, MTF, CHCS, and ADM systems to manage care and log CPT codes.
• Document all patient encounters, progress notes, prescriptions, and procedures.
• Consult with primary care and specialists on patient evaluation and plans.
• Coordinate inpatient admissions with dermatology teams and ward staff.
• Facilitate referrals, follow-ups, and EFMP paperwork as needed.
• Serve as a preceptor/instructor for GME candidates and students.

Skills

Dermatology

Nursing

Clinical assessment

Education

Graduate degree in nursing

Active RN license

Job description

Defense Health Agency in San Diego seeks an Advanced Practice Nurse (Dermatology) to deliver dermatology care in a federal healthcare setting. You will perform advanced nursing duties within scope, contribute to patient care plans, and support resident education.

Responsibilities include administering systemic, biologic, photo, and laser therapies, documenting care in official records, coordinating with primary and specialty teams, and serving as a GME preceptor to residents and students in a