Advanced Practice - Podiatry Opening in Coupeville, WA
Updated 11/06/26
Coupeville, Washington, United States
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
APP Podiatry opening in Washington
Full time
Coupeville, WA
Location: Whidbey Island, WA\
Specialty: Podiatry / Foot & Ankle Care\
Position Type: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse\
Sign-On Incentive: Up to $20,000
Is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join its Podiatry team on beautiful Whidbey Island, Washington. This opportunity offers a diverse clinical practice focused on the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of foot and ankle conditions, including diabetic foot care, wound management, and musculoskeletal disorders. The incoming provider will collaborate closely with Podiatrists, Orthopedic Surgeons, and Primary Care Physicians while managing routine and follow-up visits, allowing surgeons to focus on operative care. The position offers a sign-on incentive of up to $20,000, a collaborative practice environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' mobility and quality of life.
Position Highlights
Podiatry Nurse Practitioner opportunity
Sign-on incentive up to $20,000
Focus on comprehensive foot and ankle care
Collaborative practice with Podiatrists and Orthopedic Surgeons
Manage routine visits and postoperative follow-up care
Strong emphasis on diabetic foot care and wound management
Opportunity to perform office-based procedures
Participate in limb-preservation and amputation-prevention initiatives
Coordinate care with Endocrinology, Vascular Surgery, and Infectious Disease
Two years of related clinical experience preferred
Wound Care Certification preferred
Clinical Responsibilities
Evaluate and manage patients with acute and chronic foot and ankle conditions
Perform comprehensive lower-extremity examinations, including:
- Neurovascular assessments
- Dermatologic examinations
- Biomechanical and gait evaluations
- Diabetic foot risk assessments
Diagnose and manage conditions such as:
- Diabetic foot ulcers and peripheral neuropathy
- Ingrown toenails and fungal infections
- Plantar fasciitis and tendinopathies
- Bunions and hammertoes
- Gout and inflammatory arthritis
- Sprains, fractures, and lower-extremity cellulitis
Provide comprehensive wound care, including debridement, offloading, dressing selection, and infection management
Oversee negative-pressure wound therapy when appropriate
Order and interpret X-rays, laboratory studies, vascular testing, and cultures
Prescribe medications and durable medical equipment within scope of practice
Educate patients on diabetic foot care, wound prevention, and appropriate footwear
Procedures & Surgical Support
Nail avulsions and matrixectomy
Corticosteroid and local anesthetic injections
Incision and drainage of abscesses
Casting and splinting
Application of offloading devices
Preoperative assessment and optimization
Postoperative wound evaluations
Suture and staple removal
Monitoring for postoperative complications
*Procedural responsibilities are performed according to training, privileges, and Washington State scope-of-practice regulations.*
Practice Environment
Established Podiatry service
Collaborative team of Podiatrists, Orthopedic Surgeons, and Primary Care Physicians
Opportunity to support surgical efficiency through independent management of appropriate clinical visits
Multidisciplinary coordination for complex diabetic and vascular conditions
Emphasis on preventive care, wound healing, and limb preservation
Participation in quality improvement and interdisciplinary care initiatives
Compensation & Benefits
Sign-on incentive up to $20,000
Additional compensation and benefits details available during the recruitment process
Qualifications
Completion of an accredited Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) program
Current ARNP board certification
Active Washington State RN and ARNP licenses or qualifying multistate licensure
Active, unrestricted DEA registration
Current American Heart Association BLS certification
Minimum two years of experience in wound care, diabetes, primary care, orthopedics, or podiatry preferred
Wound Care Certification preferred
Strong clinical assessment and procedural skills
Ability to collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams
Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered foot and ankle care Estimated pay range/amount is Negotiable.
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