Wound Care Nurse Practitioner
Company: Encore Wound Care
Location: Harrisburg
Posted on: July 4, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled and
compassionate Wound Care Nurse Practitioner to join our healthcare
team. As a Wound Care Nurse Practitioner, you will be responsible
for providing specialized wound care assessment, treatment, and
management to patients with acute and chronic wounds. You will work
collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare
professionals to develop individualized treatment plans and ensure
optimal wound healing outcomes. Responsibilities: - Perform
comprehensive wound assessments, including wound dimensions,
characteristics, tissue type, presence of infection, and pain
levels, then accurately document accordingly in the EHR platform. -
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and
implement individualized wound care treatment plans based on the
patient's condition, medical history, and specific needs.
Collaborate with other healthcare providers, such as surgeons,
vascular specialists, and physical therapists, to ensure
comprehensive and coordinated care for patients with complex
wounds. - Provide advanced wound care interventions, including
wound cleansing, debridement, dressing application, and wound
closure techniques. - Prescribe appropriate medications, including
topical agents, antibiotics, and pain management medications, as
needed. - Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as wound
cultures, imaging studies, and laboratory tests, to guide treatment
decisions and assess wound healing progress. - Educate patients,
families, and caregivers on wound care techniques, preventive
measures, and the importance of adherence to the treatment plan. -
Monitor and evaluate the progress of wound healing, documenting
findings and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. - Stay updated
with the latest advancements in wound care research, technologies,
and evidence-based practices. - Participate in quality improvement
initiatives, audits, and research activities related to wound care
management. - Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of wound
assessments, treatment interventions, and patient outcomes in
electronic medical records. - Adhere to legal and ethical standards
of nursing practice and ensure compliance with regulatory
requirements. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits
package, and a supportive work environment committed to
professional growth and development. If you are passionate about
wound care and dedicated to providing high-quality care to
patients, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position. Note:
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of
the position and may be subject to change based on the
organization's needs and requirements. Job Types: Full-time,
Part-time Pay: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year Expected hours:
10 – 40 per week Benefits: - 401(k) - 401(k) matching - Dental
insurance - Flexible schedule - Health insurance - Paid time off -
Vision insurance - Continuing Education Reimbursement -
Collaborating Physician provided - Malpractice coverage - Mileage
reimbursement (for qualifying trips) - Wound Care Certification
Training Medical Specialty: - Wound Care Supplemental Pay: -
Quarterly bonus Work Location: On the road
Keywords: Encore Wound Care, Reston , Wound Care Nurse Practitioner, Healthcare , Harrisburg, Virginia
