A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
Wound Care Specialist- FNP Acharles Consult Sun City West, AZ Job Details Part-time | Full-time 4 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Customer communication Teamwork Vital signs HIPAA compliance Medication administration Medical law Medical coding HIPAA Workers' compensation insurance knowledge Certified Family Nurse Practitioner Records management Health record tracking Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Managing patient records Medical billing regulations compliance Medical terminology Full Job Description Overview We are excited to announce an opening for a dynamic and dedicated Wound Care Specialist - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing expert wound management and advanced patient care in a collaborative healthcare environment. As a vital member of our clinical team, you will utilize your extensive nursing expertise and specialized skills to improve patient outcomes, promote healing, and enhance quality of life. This position is perfect for motivated healthcare professionals eager to advance their career in wound care, utilizing cutting-edge techniques and comprehensive treatment plans. Candidate must be experienced and confident with wound assessments, treatments, planning, debridement, and management of chronic and complex wounds. • Sign- on bonus • Opportunity to transition into highly competitive production-based compensation model as your patient volume grows Duties Conduct thorough patient assessments, including physical examinations, vital signs, and detailed wound evaluations to determine appropriate treatment strategies. Develop and implement individualized wound care plans, incorporating advanced techniques such as debridement, dressings, and skin grafts when necessary. Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams—including physicians, physical therapists, and specialists in infectious disease care—to ensure holistic patient management. Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or eClinicalWorks to document patient encounters accurately, track healing progress, and manage medical records efficiently. Provide patient education on wound prevention, self-care techniques, and lifestyle modifications to promote healing and prevent recurrence. Participate in clinical research initiatives or quality improvement projects aimed at advancing wound care practices and patient safety. Requirements Valid Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification with current state licensure. Proven experience in wound care management with familiarity in advanced procedures such as sterile processing, aseptic technique, and catheterization. Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology relevant to wound healing and acute care settings. Experience working with diverse populations including geriatrics, pediatrics, patients with developmental disabilities or memory care needs. Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems like Cerner or Athenahealth; experience with telehealth platforms is a plus. Ability to perform complex procedures such as IV infusion, venipuncture, tube feeding management, and skin biopsies (e.g., spinal tap). Excellent client communication skills coupled with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Knowledge of Workers' Compensation law, HIPAA compliance standards, CPT coding for billing purposes, and medication administration regulations including DEA guidelines. Critical care experience from ICU or Level I/II trauma centers is highly desirable; prior hospital medicine or emergency room experience will be advantageous. Join us if you're passionate about advancing wound care through innovative approaches while delivering compassionate patient-centered service! We are committed to supporting your professional growth with ongoing training opportunities —empowering you to excel in this vital specialty! Please message Allison Charles with your resume at (623) 205-1840.
