Nurse Practitioner - Wound Care

Heart Vascular and Leg Center•Bakersfield, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wound Care Nurse Practitioner (WCNP) independently assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients with acute and chronic wounds, including pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, and venous ulcers. The WCNP develops and implements individualized care plans, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes. The WCNP also manages the Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) program by administering and monitoring HBOT sessions, assessing patients’ suitability for the therapy.

Requirements

Current Nurse Practitioner license in the state of California.
Certification in hyperbaric medicine, required course completion within the first 30 days if not already certified.
At least 2 years’ experience with wound assessment, treatment and management.
Experience in a hyperbaric medicine setting.
Proficiency in performing procedures, such as debridement and dressing changes.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Personnel management experience and process improvement required.
Wound care: 3 years. (Required)
Spanish. (Required)
Certified Nurse Practitioner. (Required)

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough evaluations of wounds, considering factors like tissue condition, drainage, and infection.
Create and adjust treatment plans based on wound type, patient history, and individual needs.
Apply various wound dressings, perform debridement, and manage complications.
Administer HBOT and monitor patient responses during and after treatment.
Educate patients and families about wound care, prevention strategies, and self-care.
Work with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate and share information.
Maintain accurate records of patient progress, treatments, and responses.
Stay updated on advancements in wound care and hyperbaric medicine.