Wound Care/Foot Care NP - PT - Louisville, KY

MDB Health Services•Louisville, KY

22d•Hybrid

About The Position

MDB Health Services is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner to provide exceptional foot and wound care to residents in long-term care facilities. This is a part-time position where you will travel to designated nursing homes in your area. You will be responsible for conducting thorough assessments, developing personalized care plans, performing wound care procedures, and educating patients and staff. The role requires strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work independently and manage patient comfort.

Requirements

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program
Current Nurse Practitioner license in Kentucky
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

Nice To Haves

Certification in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOCN)

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