Podiatry Nurse Practitioner (Nursing Home)

Essen Health Care; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Essen Health Care in Hackensack, New Jersey is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Podiatry Nurse Practitioner to join our team. This role involves delivering comprehensive podiatry care to patients, including assessments, treatment plans, and education on foot hygiene.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 months experience in long-term care and hold a Master’s degree in Nursing. We offer a supportive, mission-driven environment where you can make a significant impact in patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility.
• Active and unrestricted NP license required.
• DEA license and CPR certification (BCLS/BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide podiatric consults for residents in long-term care facilities.
• Assess and manage foot and ankle conditions.
• Document findings and treatments in EMRs.

Skills

Podiatry experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Graduation from accredited NP program

Tools

EMR systems familiarity

Job description

Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high-quality, compassionate care to some of the state’s most vulnerable and underserved residents.

Founded in 1999, we’ve grown from a single primary care office into a network of 50+ locations offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, from women’s health to endocrinology and psychiatry. We also provide nursing home support, care management, and in-home care through our Essen House Calls program. Guided by a Population Health model, our team of 500+ providers deliver care in-person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients get the support they need when and where they need it.

We’re looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team. Whether you’re a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there’s a career here for you. Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Podiatry Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our dynamic team. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in delivering comprehensive Podiatry care to patients, working closely with an interdisciplinary team in both long‑term care and acute settings.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while growing professionally within a supportive, mission‑driven environment.

• Provide podiatric consults for residents in long‑term care facilities
• Assess and manage foot and ankle conditions including diabetic foot complications, ulcers, nail disorders, and infections
• Perform nail care, callus reduction, and minor procedures when appropriate
• Evaluate gait issues and foot deformities affecting mobility
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to prevent falls and foot complications
• Educate residents and caregivers on foot hygiene and preventative care
• Document findings and treatments in EMRs in compliance with regulations
• 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 Podiatry (training available if not)
• Preferred Familiarity with EMR systems (e.g., Sigma, Visual, PCC - training provided)
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills

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.