Wound Center Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Munson Healthcare; Cadillac (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Munson Healthcare’s Wound Care Team as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) at their Manistee Wound & Hyperbaric Center. This PRN role includes managing wounds, patient education, and coordination of care across multiple locations. Enjoy a competitive benefits package while making a difference in patient outcomes.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Continuing education credits

Paid time off

Malpractice insurance

Qualifications

• Unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Michigan.
• Board Certification as NP or PA required.
• Minimum 1 year of wound care experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage acute and chronic wounds using best practices.
• Perform physical exams and order diagnostic tests.
• Formulate patient care plans and communicate them effectively.

Skills

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict Resolution

Patient Education

Wound management

Education

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Graduate of accredited FNP or Physician Assistant program

Job description

Wound Center Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

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Description

JOIN MUNSON HEALTHCARE’S WOUND CARE TEAM!

General Summary

Munson Healthcare’s Manistee Wound & Hyperbaric Center is seeking an excellent Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join their team, PRN. Occasional coverage in Traverse City and Cadillac also required.

Description

JOIN MUNSON HEALTHCARE’S WOUND CARE TEAM!

General Summary

Munson Healthcare’s Manistee Wound & Hyperbaric Center is seeking an excellent Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join their team, PRN. Occasional coverage in Traverse City and Cadillac also required.

Join a not-for-profit healthcare system and find the right balance between a rewarding career and living in a region that offers a rich blend of adventure, relaxation, and breathtaking natural attractions.

Benefits

Munson Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health and life-work balance goals.

• Competitive compensation and full benefits
• Exceptional health, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance plans
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Malpractice insurance
• Paid time off
  
  

Essential Duties

• Supports the Mission, Vision, and Values of Munson Healthcare.
• Embraces and supports the Performance Improvement philosophy of Munson Healthcare.
• Promotes personal and patient safety.
• Has basic understanding of Relationship-Based Care (RBC) principles, meets expectations outlined in Commitment To My Co-workers, and supports RBC unit action plans.
• Uses effective customer service/interpersonal skills at all times.
• Manage acute and/or chronic wounds using best practices, i.e., evidence-based practice
• Obtain relevant health and medical histories from patients and/or caregivers
• Perform physical exams appropriate for history
• Identify medical and health risks and needs
• Order appropriate diagnostic tests
• Formulate the patient plan of care based on history, physical exam, clinical findings and any diagnostic findings
• Communicate plan of care to patient, their care giver, or family
• Perform procedures within the scope of practice (e.g., Debridement of wounds by sharp, enzymatic, autolytic or surgical methods; biopsy, etc.)
• Application and management of topical wound care and associated wound management product
• Identify non-pharmacologic interventions and prescribe non-pharmacologic therapies; identify pharmacologic interventions and prescribe pharmacologic therapies
• Provide relevant patient education
• Provide direction and recommendation of associated services to improve wound healing outcomes.
• Make appropriate referrals to physicians and other health professionals and community agencies as appropriate
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Coordinate the patient plan of care with the physician and other disciplines to address patient needs, evaluate the effectiveness of care, and assess changes to the patient medical condition to ensure healing outcome goals.
• Serve as an educational resource for ancillary staff
• Complete and maintain electronic records in a timely fashion and in compliance with MMC standards
• Assists in policy and procedure development for the Advanced Wound Center operations and clinical interventions.
• Maintains visibility within the community as a wound care provider. Serves as a role model to clinic staff, faculty, and the community at large.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Standard Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
• Graduate of MSN or DNP CCNE accredited FNP or Adult Health Nurse Practitioner program OR graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner OR Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan
• Board Certified Nurse Practitioner OR Physician Assistant
• Candidate must apply for and be granted applicable clinical privileges through MMC’s credentialing processes before rendering services
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
• Minimum 1 year of wound care and debridement experience
• Certification in Wound Care (WCC, AWCC, CWS, CWCN) is a plus
• Hyperbaric (nurse or technologist) certification is a plus
  
  

About The Munson Physician Network

Physicians & Advance Practice Providers Employed by or under a Professional Services Agreement with an MHC entity.

NOTE: Does not include independent members of the medical staff

• 550+ Physicians and Advance Practice Providers
• >65 Practice Sites
• Primary and Specialty Care
• Inpatient and Ambulatory Care
• $120M Net Revenue Annually
• Area of Continued Strategic Growth for MHC
  
  

COMMUNITY

As a non-profit healthcare system,Munson Healthcare provides more than $60 million annuallyin:

• Community Education
• Free, discounted, and unreimbursed healthcare services
• Healthcare programs
  
  

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Munson Healthcare grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

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