Nurse Practitioner-Dermatology (Nursing Home)

Essen Healthcare; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Essen Healthcare is seeking a compassionate Dermatology Nurse Practitioner to deliver dermatologic care in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. The role involves providing on-site consults, managing skin conditions, performing minor procedures, and educating patients. Candidates should have a Master's in Nursing, an NP license, DEA license, and preferably experience in dermatology. This position emphasizes strong organizational and communication skills to improve patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility.
• Active and unrestricted NP license.
• DEA license required.
• CPR certification (BCLS/BLS).
• Preferred: Experience in Dermatology.
• Preferred: Familiarity with EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site dermatology consults for skin conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations including medical histories.
• Diagnose and manage dermatologic conditions.
• Perform minor procedures such as biopsies and wound treatments.
• Educate patients and caregivers on skincare and treatments.
• Ensure accurate EMR documentation and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management skills

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Graduation from an accredited NP program

Tools

EMR systems (e.g., Sigma, Visual, PCC)

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Dermatology Nurse Practitioner (NP) or to join our team delivering dermatologic care to residents in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site dermatology consults including:
  • Initial assessments for skin conditions such as dermatitis, psoriasis, rashes, infections, and suspicious lesions
  • Routine follow-up visits for chronic skin conditions and wound monitoring
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations including:
  • Gather medical histories and perform dermatologic examinations
  • Order and interpret skin biopsies, and laboratory tests when appropriate
• Diagnose and manage dermatologic conditions including infections, inflammatory disorders, pressure-related skin changes, and skin cancers
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and dermatologists to develop treatment plans
• Perform minor procedures such as biopsies, cryotherapy, lesion removal, and wound-related skin treatments when appropriate
• Educate patients and caregivers on skincare, infection prevention, and treatment plans
• Ensure accurate EMR documentation and regulatory complianceParticipate in quality initiatives aimed at improving skin integrity and reducing complications in SNFs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility (Hospital/outpatient office experience will also be considered)
• Active and unrestricted NP license
• DEA license required
• CPR certification (BCLS/BLS)
• Master’s degree in Nursing (NP applicants)
• Graduation from an accredited NP program
• Preferred: Experience in Dermatology (training available if not)
• Preferred: Familiarity with EMR systems (e.g., Sigma, Visual, PCC – training provided)
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.