Dermatology APRN – Federal Role with Relocation Incentive

U.S. Army Medicine Civilian Corps; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 177,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Army Medicine Civilian Corps in San Diego, CA seeks an Advanced Practice Nurse (Dermatology) at Naval Medical Center. The position supports dermatology care across systemic, biologic, photo, and laser therapies, with emergency stabilization when needed.

Responsibilities include documenting patient encounters, utilizing MHS/CHCS systems, coordinating referrals and inpatient admissions, and guiding GME trainees. Eligible for federal benefits and possible incentives.

Qualifications

• Education and experience requirements described in the job posting.
• Professional nursing experience in dermatology with advanced nursing principles.

Responsibilities

• Administer systemic, biologic, photo, and laser therapies for dermatologic conditions within authorized scope.
• Provide immediate emergency stabilization and crisis intervention in the absence of a physician.
• Utilize MHS, MTF, CHCS, and ADM systems to manage care, log diagnoses, and enter CPT codes.
• Document all patient encounters, including progress notes, prescriptions, procedures, consults, and admission/discharge paperwork.
• Consult with primary care and specialty providers regarding patient evaluation and treatment plans.
• Coordinate inpatient admissions with attending dermatologists and inpatient ward teams.
• Facilitate care transitions via referrals, follow-up calls, and the preparation of medical boards, profiles, insurance forms, and EFMP paperwork.
• Serve as a preceptor and instructor for GME candidates, including residents, students, PAs, and APRNs.

Job description

U.S. Army Medicine Civilian Corps in San Diego, CA seeks an Advanced Practice Nurse (Dermatology) at Naval Medical Center. The position supports dermatology care across systemic, biologic, photo, and laser therapies, with emergency stabilization when needed.

Responsibilities include documenting patient encounters, utilizing MHS/CHCS systems, coordinating referrals and inpatient admissions, and guiding GME trainees. Eligible for federal benefits and possible incentives.