Nurse Practitioner, In Home Wound Care - Memphis; and PRN

Nurse Practitioner, In Home Wound Care - Memphis (FT/PT and PRN Roles Available)

Esperta Health is hiring a Wound Care Certified Nurse Practitioner to oversee In-Home Wound Care for our RNs and patients in the Memphis region. The NP will provide and oversee wound care, diagnose and treat wound care patients following evidence-based guidelines, monitor clinical quality of care, and ensure regulatory and company compliance within the assigned region. The role requires an experienced, team-oriented NP who can deliver expert wound care in the home setting using an application-based electronic patient record, in line with state practice guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency in the full scope of wound care and management, including patient health interviews, review of medical/surgical history, physical assessment, ordering/interpretation of diagnostic testing, diagnosing health problems, managing care, patient education, referrals, and follow-up scheduling; follow Wound Healing Guidelines (WHG) and collaborate with the assigned team; maintain electronic health records
• Prescribes appropriate treatment orders in accordance with WHG for wound dressings, laboratory testing, cultures, imaging, offloading, and pressure-reducing devices
• May prescribe non-scheduled legend drugs and manage therapies per state guidelines, in collaboration with or under supervision of a physician as required by state law
• Maintain professional patient communications during in-home visits and via the application-based electronic patient record
• Complete documentation meeting regulatory guidelines for clinical care instructions, communications, wound supply orders, and diagnostic results
• Ensure regional compliance with regulatory and company standards
• Discharge planning and referrals to case management for post-healing follow-up as indicated
• Practice safe work practices, infection control, and address safety risks
• Comply with company policies and procedures
• Assess for abuse and report as required
• Provide ongoing patient/caregiver education
• Perform procedures appropriate to patient condition and provider aptitude as allowed by state boards; procedures include incision and drainage, debridement, hematoma evacuation, suture removal, wound dressings, negative pressure therapy, and skin substitutes
• Make ethical practice decisions prioritizing safety, effectiveness, and cost
• Respond to emergencies according to company policies
• Maintain infection control precautions
• Be available during scheduled work hours for clinical guidance
• Collaborate with all company departments
• Oversee RNs and LPNs in the assigned region and provide orders and guidance as needed
• Serve as a resource for regional staff and participate in product/treatment evaluations
• Demonstrate strong customer service; address regional customer concerns with the compliance department
• Maintain knowledge of HIPAA Privacy, Security, and Breach Notification Rules

Requirements

• Current, unencumbered nursing license in TN
• Reliable internet access; company-provided cell phone
• Willingness to participate in a call schedule
• Reliable transportation and an unrestricted driver’s license

Qualifications/Education

• Certified through ANCC or AANP as a Nurse Practitioner
• WOCN certification or other company-approved wound care certification required
• U.S. Citizenship
• Licensed as a professional nurse and advanced practice nurse in good standing
• Proficient in English
• Meets physical standards; BLS certification

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience treating chronic wounds in hospital, outpatient, or post-acute settings
• Direct patient care experience
• Electronic health record proficiency

Skills

• Strong communication, both oral and written
• Deep understanding of evidence-based wound care and ability to educate others to improve outcomes
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to build professional relationships and mentor colleagues
• Proficient with Microsoft and Google tools
• Critical thinking and multitasking abilities
• Demonstrated accountability

Benefits

• Bonus eligible
• Health care plan (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance (Basic, Voluntary, AD&D)
• PTO (Vacation, Sick, Holidays)
• Short/Long-term disability
• Training and development opportunities

Esperta Health is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. We recruit, hire, train, and promote without regard to race, religion, gender, marital status, familial status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, source of income, or veteran status.