Nurse Practitioner

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing•New York, NY

12d•$130,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Impact Recruiting Solutions is seeking a Dermatology Nurse Practitioner for a multi-specialty practice in Bronx, New York. The role provides dermatologic care to nursing home residents, focusing on skin conditions commonly affecting elderly and chronically ill populations. The Nurse Practitioner conducts evaluations, diagnoses and treats skin conditions, performs minor procedures, manages medications, and coordinates care with nursing home staff and other providers. The position is available full-time or part-time, with part-time schedules requiring a minimum of three days.

Requirements

Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
Active New York State Nurse Practitioner license.
Board Certified or Board Eligible.
At least 1 year of experience in the specialty; dermatology-cosmetic experience does not count.
Proficiency in diagnosing and treating common dermatologic conditions, including pressure ulcers, skin infections, rashes, psoriasis, eczema, skin cancers, and fungal infections.
Skill in performing skin biopsies and other minor dermatologic procedures.
Proficiency in eClinicalWorks.
Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, patience, and ability to collaborate with nursing home staff, families, and other healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive dermatologic evaluations for nursing home residents, including full-body skin examinations.
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic skin conditions common among elderly residents, including pressure injuries, cellulitis, fungal infections, scabies, eczema, psoriasis, actinic keratosis, and skin cancers.
Perform minor dermatologic procedures, including skin biopsies, cryotherapy, curettage, and excisions as appropriate.
Prescribe and manage topical and systemic dermatologic medications and monitor their efficacy and adverse reactions.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with nurses, wound care specialists, primary care providers, and attending physicians.
Educate nursing home staff on skin care, pressure injury prevention, infection control, and early recognition of dermatologic conditions.
Educate residents and families about skin health, treatment options, and preventive measures.
Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation in electronic medical records.
Collaborate with the multi-specialty practice and referring physicians to coordinate care.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to skin health and wound care in nursing homes.