Wound Care Nurse Practitioner (Nursing Home)

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

Job summary

Essen Medical Associates is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Wound care Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team in Hackensack, New Jersey. This role involves providing specialized wound care consultations, evaluating and managing various types of wounds, and collaborating with facility staff to prevent wound development. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Nursing, an active NP license, and at least six months of experience in a long-term care facility. Join us to make a meaningful impact in patient care while growing within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility.
• Active and unrestricted NP license is essential.
• DEA license and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized wound care consults in nursing facilities.
• Evaluate and manage various types of wounds.
• Collaborate with facility staff on wound prevention strategies.

Skills

Experience in wound care

Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams

Patient education

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Graduation from an accredited NP program

Job description

Overview

At Essen Health Care, we care for that!

As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women’s health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in-person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program.

Essen Health Care is the place Where Care Comes Together! We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. With over 1,100 employees and 400+ Practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually in New York City and beyond. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you. Join our team today!

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Wound care Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our dynamic team. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in delivering comprehensive Wound care 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized wound care consults in nursing facilities
• Evaluate and manage pressure ulcers, diabetic ulcers, surgical wounds, and vascular wounds
• Perform wound assessments and staging
• Conduct bedside procedures such as debridement and advanced wound treatments
• Develop wound care treatment plans including dressings, offloading, and infection management
• Collaborate with facility staff to prevent wound development and recurrence
• Educate nursing staff and caregivers on wound prevention strategies
• Document progress and treatment outcomes in EMRs

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 Wound care (training available if not)