Wound Care Nurse Practitioner

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association in Illinois seeks a Nurse Practitioner Wound Care to lead complex wound assessment, evaluation and treatment in a clinical setting, delivering holistic, patient-centered care.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, coordinate care with physicians, develop wound care protocols, document treatments, and participate in performance improvement activities, with emphasis on evidence-based practice and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program and a Master of Nursing degree.
• Holding a valid APNP and RN license.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Wound care certification expected within one year of hire; ACLS/PALS may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care with focus on wound assessment, evaluation and treatment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and coordinate with physicians; maintain consult schedules.
• Develop and implement wound care protocols; document treatments and care plans.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and ongoing education.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Patient education

Teamwork

Education

Master of Nursing

Accredited nursing program

Job description

We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner Wound Care to provide holistic, culturally sensitive nursing care in a clinical setting, focusing on complex wound assessment, evaluation, and treatment.

Key responsibilities include utilizing the nursing process collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams, maintaining consult schedules, coordinating care with physicians, and developing wound care protocols. The role involves administering medications, documenting treatments, creating individualized care plans, and participating in performance improvement activities.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited nursing and Master of Nursing program, holding a valid APNP and RN license, and current CPR certification. Wound care certification is expected within one year of hire, with possible additional certifications like ACLS or PALS.

Skills required include strong clinical assessment, treatment documentation, patient education, and teamwork. The role emphasizes evidence-based practices, ongoing education, and contributing to a systemwide wound care team.

Overall, the position involves leading wound care efforts, ensuring current practices, and delivering exceptional patient-centered care.