Part Time Wound Nurse Practitioner
Confidential – Facility-Based Long-Term Care Organization · West Memphis, AR
An exceptional opportunity awaits a dedicated Nurse Practitioner in Clearfield, PA, to join a dynamic team focused on providing high-quality, facility-based long-term care. This unique role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of elderly residents within a supportive environment, blending autonomy with collaborative practice in a community known for its welcoming atmosphere.
This position involves delivering comprehensive nurse practitioner care within skilled nursing facilities, catering to an elderly patient population with diverse and complex long-term care needs. The day-to-day clinical environment is structured yet allows for independent decision-making, focusing on proactive health management and acute care interventions directly at the patient's bedside.
We are seeking an autonomous clinician with a background in geriatric, adult, or family specialties, comfortable managing complex chronic conditions. The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player who thrives in an interdisciplinary setting, committed to delivering compassionate and effective care to our vulnerable patient population.
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 Pennsylvania law
- Communicate with nursing home staff and collaborate with attending physicians on care plans
Qualifications
- Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in Pennsylvania (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 Clearfield, PA
- Flexible per diem scheduling based on facility needs and provider availability
Location
Clearfield, PA 16830
Clearfield, Pennsylvania, offers a charming, rural lifestyle with a significantly lower cost of living compared to the national average, making it an attractive option for healthcare professionals seeking affordability and a comfortable standard of living. While winters can be long, the area boasts a close-knit community and is within reasonable driving distance to larger cities like State College and Altoona, providing access to additional amenities and cultural experiences.
Why Work Here?
This role provides an unparalleled opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner to achieve significant patient impact within a structured, facility-based model that minimizes administrative burdens. Enjoy the autonomy to practice at the top of your license, supported by a collaborative interdisciplinary team dedicated to improving the lives of elderly residents. With flexible scheduling and competitive compensation, this position offers a rewarding career path in a welcoming community.
For More Info Contact:
Blake Moser
blake@medicalrecruiting.com
346-515-5160
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