Nurse Practitioner

Position: Wound Care Nurse Practitioner

Location: Lexington, Kentucky

Hours: FLEXIBLE: Monday - Friday, No Weekends

Pay: $120k - $140k depending on experience

A reputable national healthcare organization is looking to hire a Wound Care Nurse Practitioner to join their rapidly growing team!

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct thorough assessments of wounds to determine treatment plans and progress.
Utilize the molecular machine for accurate wound measurements and digital photography with integrated rulers.
Implement standard wound care practices, including debridement (both topical and surgical) and application of topical debriding agents to promote healing.
Administer cellular tissue products on open wounds as prescribed.
Take and maintain detailed photographic records of wound progress.
Collaborate effectively with home health agencies and SNFs to ensure continuity of care across patient visits.
Provide ongoing care by making regular rounds to the same SNFs and patient homes, maintaining consistency and rapport with patients.
Manage an average caseload of 20 patients per day across SNFs and patient homes.
Allocate time efficiently, spending one full day per week in SNFs and balancing the remaining days between SNFs and patient homes in designated areas.
Navigate between different locations within a manageable radius, typically within 5 miles, with mileage reimbursement provided.
Exercise discretion in patient selection and location assignments to prioritize safety and optimal care outcomes.
Work collaboratively with a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) during all patient interactions to ensure comprehensive and compassionate care delivery.

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