Geriatric Wound Care NP (LTC) — Part-Time

CareMed; Corbin (KY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education credits

Recertification Reimbursement

Malpractice insurance Coverage (Part)

Job summary

CareMed Health Solutions seeks a Wound Care Nurse Practitioner to provide wound services for patients in long-term care facilities in Kentucky. The role involves diagnosing and treating chronic wounds, prescribing medications under KY law, and coordinating with facility staff and primary care physicians.

Qualifications include active KY NP license, board certification, and wound care experience in geriatric care.

Qualifications

• Wound care background in adult, family or geriatric care.
• Experience with chronic, stalled, infected wounds and Kennedy Ulcers.
• Familiar with wound care products and DME.
• Experience in long-term care settings and EMR usage.

Responsibilities

• Provide wound care services for long-term care patients in skilled nursing facilities.
• Prescribe medications, including controlled substances per KY law.
• Order, review, and follow up on treatments and diagnostics.
• Communicate changes in patient condition with nursing home staff.
• Collaborate with the primary care physician and care plan.

Education

Nurse Practitioner license KY

Board Certification

DEA licensure (Optional)

Tools

EMR

Job description

CareMed Health Solutions seeks a Wound Care Nurse Practitioner to provide wound services for patients in long-term care facilities in Kentucky. The role involves diagnosing and treating chronic wounds, prescribing medications under KY law, and coordinating with facility staff and primary care physicians.

Qualifications include active KY NP license, board certification, and wound care experience in geriatric care.