Nurse Practitioner Vascular Surgery & Wound Care

VASC- Vein and Artery Surgical Consultants; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

VEIN AND ARTERY SURGICAL CONSULTANTS in San Antonio, TX, is seeking a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our vascular surgery and wound care team. This role focuses on developing long-term patient relationships and working closely with vascular surgeons.

Experience in vascular is preferred but not required; candidates from cardiology, nephrology, wound care, interventional radiology, or general surgery are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Current NP licensure in Texas is required.
• National NP certification is required.
• Experience in vascular-related fields is welcomed but not required.
• Strong communication and patient-education abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform new patient and follow-up evaluations.
• Obtain comprehensive histories and perform physical examinations.
• Hospital rounding.
• Evaluate PAD, venous disease, and dialysis-access conditions.
• Review vascular ultrasound studies and diagnostic tests.
• Develop treatment plans with vascular surgeons.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative patient care.
• Manage postoperative wounds and recovery.
• Coordinate care with dialysis centers and other providers.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, MAs, ultrasound technologists, and admin team.

Skills

Texas NP license

National NP certification

Clinical assessment skills

Patient education skills

Independent practice

Vascular disease interest

Education

NP program graduate

Job description

VEIN AND ARTERY SURGICAL CONSULTANTS

215 N San Saba Ste 206 San Antonio TX 78207

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Vascular Surgery & Wound Care

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our growing vascular surgery practice in San Antonio. This is an excellent opportunity for an NP who enjoys developing long-term patient relationships while working closely with vascular surgeons.

Previous vascular experience is preferred but not required. Candidates with backgrounds in cardiology, nephrology/dialysis, wound care, interventional radiology, surgery, or other related specialties are encouraged to apply. The right candidate will receive support and training to develop expertise in the evaluation and management of patients with vascular disease.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform new patient and follow-up evaluations.
• Obtain comprehensive histories and perform physical examinations.
• Hospital rounding
• Evaluate patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD), venous disease, and dialysis-access conditions.
• Review vascular ultrasound studies, diagnostic testing, laboratory results, and imaging.
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with vascular surgeons.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative patient care.
• Manage and monitor postoperative wounds and surgical recovery.
• Evaluate dialysis-access patients, including AV fistulas and AV grafts.
• Identify patients requiring additional diagnostic testing or procedural intervention.
• Provide patient and family education regarding vascular disease, risk-factor modification, procedures, and postoperative care.
• Coordinate care with dialysis centers, nephrologists, wound-care providers, primary‑care physicians, podiatrists, hospitalist, and other referring providers.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and complete clinical documentation.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, medical assistants, ultrasound technologists, and administrative team members.

Qualifications

• Current Nurse Practitioner licensure in Texas.
• Current national Nurse Practitioner certification.
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication and patient‑education skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining close collaboration with physicians.
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced specialty practice.
• Interest in developing expertise in vascular disease and vascular patient management.

Preferred Clinical Background

• Vascular surgery
• Cardiology or cardiovascular medicine
• Nephrology or dialysis
• Wound care
• Interventional radiology
• General surgery or other surgical specialties
• Acute‑care or hospital‑based medicine
• Vascular experience is preferred but not required. Training will be provided for the right candidate.

Why Join Our Team?

Our practice provides the opportunity to develop specialized expertise while caring for patients throughout the continuum of vascular care - from initial evaluation and diagnostic testing through intervention and postoperative follow‑up. The Nurse Practitioner will work directly with experienced vascular surgeons and become an integral part of a growing vascular program.

• Monday-Friday schedule, 1 weekend call partnered with surgeon once a month
• Outpatient practice environment
• Direct collaboration with vascular surgeons
• Exposure to a broad range of vascular conditions
• Opportunity to develop specialized vascular expertise
• Professional growth opportunities
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment