Wound Care Nurse Practitioner

Vantage Health Partners; Stow (OH); On-site; USD 88,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice insurance

Continuing education credits

Recertification reimbursement

Job summary

Vantage Health Partners in Stow, OH is seeking a Wound Care Nurse Practitioner for an on-site, full-time role. The position follows a day shift schedule, four days per week with a three-day weekend, and focuses on advanced wound care for skilled nursing and long-term care residents.

You will independently assess, diagnose, and manage diabetic, arterial, venous, and pressure wounds, order tests, prescribe treatments per Ohio law, and educate facility staff on prevention and documentation.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing (MSN or DNP) from an accredited NP program.
• Active, unrestricted Ohio Nurse Practitioner license and current board certification.
• Demonstrated expertise in comprehensive wound assessment and treatment.
• Experience with diabetic, arterial, venous, and pressure wounds; EMR documentation.
• Wound VAC management and knowledge of NPIAP guidelines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive wound assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Manage diabetic, arterial, venous, and pressure wounds in SNF and long-term care.
• Stage pressure injuries per NPIAP guidelines and monitor recovery.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests relevant to wound healing.
• Prescribe medications and wound care products per Ohio law; document care clearly.
• Manage wound VAC therapy including initiation, monitoring, and adjustment.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Educate facility staff on wound prevention, assessment, and documentation best practices.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation and monitor resident progress to adjust plans.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on wound prevention and healing rates.

Skills

Wound assessment

Wound care management

NPIAP staging

EMR documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Staff education

Education

MSN or DNP from accredited NP program

Tools

Wound VAC management

EMR systems

Job description

Description

We are seeking a Wound Care Nurse Practitioner to join our clinical team in Stow, Ohio. This full-time, on-site position offers the opportunity to provide advanced wound care services to skilled nursing and long-term care residents in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. The role follows a day shift schedule, four days per week, with a three-day weekend every week.

As a Wound Care Nurse Practitioner, you will independently assess, diagnose, and manage complex wounds, including diabetic, arterial, venous, and pressure injuries. You will order and follow up on diagnostic testing, prescribe treatments in accordance with Ohio law, and work closely with physicians and nursing staff to deliver coordinated, high-quality care. You will also educate facility staff on wound prevention strategies to improve outcomes across the care setting.

This position offers a competitive annual salary range of $88,000 to $104,000, along with malpractice insurance coverage, continuing education credits, and reimbursement for professional recertification. The role is well suited to a professional clinician seeking to advance wound care practice.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive wound assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for residents
• Manage diabetic, arterial, venous, and pressure wounds across skilled nursing and long-term care populations
• Stage pressure injuries in accordance with NPIAP guidelines
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests relevant to wound healing
• Prescribe medications, treatments, and wound care products in compliance with Ohio law
• Manage wound VAC therapy, including initiation, monitoring, and adjustment
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate resident care
• Educate facility staff on wound prevention, assessment, and documentation best practices
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record
• Monitor resident progress and adjust care plans based on clinical outcomes
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on wound prevention and healing rates

Requirements

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing (MSN or DNP) from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Active, unrestricted Ohio Nurse Practitioner license
• Current national Nurse Practitioner board certification
• Demonstrated expertise in comprehensive wound assessment and treatment
• Experience managing diabetic, arterial, venous, and pressure wounds
• Proficiency in NPIAP pressure injury staging
• Experience with wound VAC management
• Strong EMR documentation skills
• Preferred: Wound care certification or willingness to obtain certification
• Preferred: DEA registration
• Preferred: Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute settings
• Preferred: Adult, family, or geriatric clinical background