Advanced Practitioner (NP or PA)
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Job description
Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) - Mobile Wound Care
Location: Roanoke, VA
Job Type: Full-Time (Mon-Fri)
Work Setting: Mobile / Field-Based - Local Travel Required
Job Summary :
We are seeking a skilled and patient-focused Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to provide specialized wound care services to medically complex adult patients in their homes and post-acute care settings. Must be comfortable working independently outside a traditional clinic environment.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Perform comprehensive wound evaluations and ongoing assessments.
Manage acute and chronic wounds, including pressure injuries, diabetic foot ulcers, venous and arterial ulcers, and surgical or traumatic wounds.
Develop and implement individualized wound care treatment plans.
Perform bedside procedures, including sharp debridement when credentialed and authorized.
Independently evaluate patients, exercise clinical judgment, and write appropriate clinical orders.
Order and interpret medications, laboratory tests, imaging, and vascular studies as clinically indicated.
Coordinate care with home health nurses, primary care providers, podiatrists, vascular specialists, and other clinicians.
Educate patients and caregivers on wound care, infection prevention, nutrition, and risk-factor management.
Maintain accurate and timely electronic health record documentation.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and monitor patient outcomes.
Travel locally between patients' homes and post-acute care facilities.
Education, Licensure, and Experience
Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license applicable to the state of practice.
Current board certification as an NP or PA.
Master's degree from an accredited NP or PA program.
At least two years of clinical experience preferred; independent practice experience is highly valued.
Wound care experience strongly preferred. Wound Care Certified (WCC) or similar certification is a plus.
Ability to perform sharp debridement or willingness to complete required procedural training.
Strong clinical judgment, communication, organization, and documentation skills.
Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel locally throughout the workday.
Compensation & Benefits
Productivity-based RVU bonuses.
Health insurance, with approximately 80% of the employee premium paid by the practice.
Dental and vision insurance.
Health savings account (HSA).
Life insurance.
13 paid days off during the first year, including 10 regular PTO days and 3 designated sick days.
$60 daily gas stipend on qualifying clinical days when at least two patients are seen.
Malpractice coverage.
Comprehensive initial training and ongoing clinical education.
Professional development opportunities.
Flexible scheduling options, subject to patient care and operational requirements.
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