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WOUND CARE ON WHEELS LLC

Wound Care Nurse Practitioner

WOUND CARE ON WHEELS LLC, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, 89110

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A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate

Mobile Wound Care Nurse Practitioner (NP)

to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients with acute and chronic wounds, ensuring the highest level of care in a mobile setting. This role requires strong clinical judgment, autonomy, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide

comprehensive wound assessments

and treatment plans for patients in their homes, skilled nursing facilities, and other care settings.

Perform

debridement procedures

(sharp, enzymatic, autolytic, mechanical) as necessary.

Utilize

advanced wound care techniques , including negative pressure wound therapy, compression therapy, and biologic dressings.

Assess for and manage

wound infections , collaborating with physicians for antibiotic therapy when needed.

Educate patients, caregivers, and facility staff on

wound prevention, treatment, and management

strategies.

Coordinate care with primary care providers, home health agencies, and other specialists to ensure

continuity of care .

Document patient encounters in an

EMR system

in compliance with HIPAA and healthcare regulations.

Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly to achieve optimal healing outcomes.

Stay up to date with the latest evidence-based wound care practices and guidelines.

Qualifications:

Licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP)

in Nevada.

Board certification

as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult-Gerontology NP (AGNP), or other relevant certification.

Certified Wound Specialist (CWS), Wound Care Certification (WCC), or similar

is preferred.

Minimum of

1-2 years of experience

in wound care, dermatology, home health, or related specialty.

Strong ability to work

independently and autonomously

in the field.

Excellent

communication and documentation

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Must have a valid

driver’s license and reliable transportation

for travel within the service area.