PT Wound Care NP
Confidential – Facility-Based Long-Term Care Organization · Fairfield, OH
An exceptional opportunity awaits a dedicated Nurse Practitioner in Magnolia, Arkansas, to join a team focused on providing high-quality, facility-based long-term care. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of elderly residents within skilled nursing facilities, blending clinical autonomy with a supportive environment in a charming Southern city.
This position involves delivering comprehensive NP care directly within skilled nursing facilities. You will be serving an elderly patient population, focusing on their unique needs within a long-term care setting. The day-to-day clinical environment emphasizes proactive care, chronic disease management, and acute intervention, all within the familiar setting of the residents' homes.
The ideal candidate is an autonomous clinician with a background in geriatric, adult, or family care, comfortable managing complex chronic conditions. We seek a collaborative team player who can effectively communicate with nursing home staff and attending physicians to ensure seamless, patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide wound care to long-term care residents in skilled nursing facilities
- Assess and manage acute changes in condition; initiate appropriate diagnostic workup and treatment
- Conduct advanced care planning and manage chronic disease conditions
- Prescribe medications including controlled substances in accordance with Arkansas law
- Communicate with nursing home staff and collaborate with attending physicians on care plans
Qualifications
- Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in Arkansas (required)
- National board certification (AANP or ANCC)
- Active DEA licensure
- Clinical background in adult, family, or geriatric specialties
- Wound care specific requirements – wound assessment, NPIAP staging, advanced wound products, wound vac experience, wound certification preferred
- Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility setting preferred
- Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR)
Benefits
- Competitive per diem pay rate, malpractice insurance coverage, recertification reimbursement, flexible scheduling
- Mileage reimbursement, disability insurance
Schedule
- Per Diem / PRN-based schedule serving skilled nursing facilities in Magnolia, AR
- Flexible per diem scheduling based on facility needs and provider availability
Location
Magnolia, AR 71753
Magnolia, Arkansas, offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere with a significantly lower cost of living compared to the national average, making it an attractive location for healthcare professionals. Home to Southern Arkansas University, the city boasts a vibrant community spirit and access to local amenities, providing a balanced lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of larger metropolitan areas.
Why Work Here?
This role provides a unique opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner to practice with a high degree of autonomy while making a profound difference in the lives of the elderly. The structured facility-based model eliminates much of the administrative overhead often associated with traditional practice, allowing you to focus on patient care. You'll be part of a supportive interdisciplinary team, enjoying a flexible schedule and competitive compensation, all while contributing to meaningful patient outcomes.
For More Info Contact:
Blake Moser
blake@medicalrecruiting.com
346-515-5160
Keywords: Wound Care Nurse Practitioner, NP, PRN, Per Diem, Magnolia AR, Arkansas, Long-Term Care, Skilled Nursing Facility, Geriatric, Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner