Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program
Current Nurse Practitioner license in Louisiana
Preferred certification in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOCN)
Minimum of 2 years of experience in wound care and/or foot care
Strong clinical skills in assessment and treatment of wounds and foot conditions
Independent, organized, and motivated to provide exceptional patient care
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
Provide foot care and/or wound care to residents in long-term care facilities
Conduct thorough wound assessments and develop personalized care plans for each patient
Perform wound debridement, dressing changes, and other wound care procedures as needed
Continuously monitor and assess patients' progress in wound healing and foot health
Educate patients and facility staff on effective wound care techniques and prevention strategies
Travel to designated nursing homes in your area
Communicate regularly with key facility staff, physicians, and healthcare professionals to ensure seamless care delivery
Benefits
Full-time position with a focus on specialized care
Opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes
Supportive team environment
Flexibility in scheduling during weekday working hours
Potential for professional development in wound care
Full Job Description
We are seeking a compassionate Wound Care/Foot Care Nurse Practitioner to provide specialized wound care services to patients in long-term care facilities on a full-time basis. If you're a skilled clinician who is passionate about improving patient outcomes and want to be part of an amazing team, this is the role for you!
Key Responsibilities:
Provide foot care and/or wound care to residents in long-term care facilities
Conduct thorough wound assessments and develop personalized care plans for each patient
Perform wound debridement, dressing changes, and other wound care procedures as needed
Continuously monitor and assess patients' progress in wound healing and foot health
Educate patients and facility staff on effective wound care techniques, prevention strategies, and foot care best practices
Travel to designated nursing homes in your area
Communicate regularly with key facility staff, physicians, and healthcare professionals to ensure seamless care delivery and optimize patient outcomes
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation
Manage pain related to wounds to ensure patient comfort
Maintain flexibility while seeing patients during weekday working hours
Qualifications:
Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program
Current Nurse Practitioner license in Louisiana
Certification in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOCN) is preferred but not required
Minimum of 2 years of experience in wound care and/or foot care
Strong clinical skills in assessment and treatment of wounds and foot conditions
Independent, organized, and motivated to provide exceptional patient care
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
If you're an experienced Nurse Practitioner ready to provide exceptional foot and wound care to long-term care residents on a full-time basis, we want to hear from you! Apply today and become a part of our expanding team at MDB Health Services. Let's make a lasting impact together!
