Geriatric Wound Care NP for LTC (Part-Time)

Caremed; Ashland (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education credits

Recertification Reimbursement

Paid time off

Malpractice insurance Coverage

Job summary

CareMed is seeking a Wound Care Nurse Practitioner to deliver specialized wound care services to residents in long-term care facilities. The clinician will manage medications, orders for treatments, and follow-up diagnostics while coordinating with nursing staff and primary care physicians to optimize patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes collaboration within an interdisciplinary care team and relies on experience in wound management, geriatric care, and use of EMR systems to support

Qualifications

• Unrestricted NP license in Kentucky.
• Board certification required.
• DEA licensure preferred (optional).
• Experience in wound care and geriatric settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide wound care services to long-term care patients in skilled nursing facilities.
• Prescribe medications in accordance with Kentucky law.
• Order and follow up on treatments and diagnostic tests.
• Communicate with nursing home staff regularly to discuss condition changes and care plans.
• Collaborate with the primary care physician.

Skills

Wound care

Interdisciplinary team

EMR proficiency

Communication

Education

Kentucky NP license

Board Certification

DEA licensure (Optional)

Wound care experience

Tools

EMR software

Job description

CareMed is seeking a Wound Care Nurse Practitioner to deliver specialized wound care services to residents in long-term care facilities. The clinician will manage medications, orders for treatments, and follow-up diagnostics while coordinating with nursing staff and primary care physicians to optimize patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes collaboration within an interdisciplinary care team and relies on experience in wound management, geriatric care, and use of EMR systems to support