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Job DescriptionDescriptionAbout the job United Woundcare Institute is a leading healthcare innovator developing cutting-edge solutions in wound care and mobile health. We're looking for a passionate and driven Nurse Practitioner to join our growing team and help us expand our reach within the healthcare market. Key ResponsibilitiesThis is a PRN role. We are looking for an experienced Nurse Practitioner to join our fast growing care delivery team. Our company is dedicated to healing wounds and employs a unique multi-disciplinary model across care environments. You’ll be responsible primarily for seeing patients in their homes in your respective area. We are on the cutting edge of the wound care discipline, utilizing advanced techniques including artificial, stem-cell and growth factor skin substitutes which you’ll support assessment, staging and preparation of the patient in the comfort of the patient’s home. You will be trained in advanced skin substitute and debridement techniques. You’ll be supported by a regional clinical and operations team backed national clinical leadership who will oversee cases and assure extraordinary clinical quality. Our unique philosophy is built on four pillars: Culture, Customers, Communication, and Community. Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseAPRN Licensure in your assigned state of work Master's Degree in Nursing Ability to and willingness to travel, treating patients in their homes in your assigned area Experience in Wound Care a plus. Experience in Debridement a plus.

Job DescriptionPosition Summary The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) at MetroDoc Urgent Care is a critical and autonomous clinician responsible for delivering superior quality, evidence-based medical care to patients of all ages presenting with acute illnesses and injuries. This role extends beyond episodic treatment to include elements of primary care, health promotion, operational efficiency, and clinical mentorship, driving the achievement of MetroDoc's mission to serve the Belleville community with unwavering dedication. Key Responsibilities and Clinical Excellence 1. Advanced Clinical Practice & Procedure Mastery * Comprehensive Care: Conduct focused and comprehensive health histories and physical examinations on a diverse patient population (pediatric, adult, geriatric) for timely and accurate diagnosis of acute conditions and minor trauma. * Diagnostic Authority: Independently order, perform, and interpret advanced diagnostic studies (labs, X-rays, EKGs) to formulate differential diagnoses and definitive treatment plans. * Urgent Care Procedures: Demonstrate expert proficiency in performing a wide range of urgent care procedures, including, but not limited to: * Complex wound management and multi-layer suturing/stapling. * Incision and drainage (I&D) of abscesses and paronychias. * Closed reductions of simple fractures/dislocations (within scope). * Joint aspirations and injections (as credentialed). * Interpretation of emergent labs and cardiac rhythms. * Triage and Referral: Possess exceptional clinical acumen to rapidly identify life-threatening conditions, stabilize patients, and coordinate efficient transfer to the nearest Emergency Department when necessary. * Patient Education: Deliver clear, compassionate, and culturally sensitive patient and family counseling regarding diagnoses, medication adherence, preventative care, and detailed discharge and follow-up plans. 2. Quality, Efficiency, and Operational Leadership * Clinical Protocol Development: Collaborate with the supervising physician and Medical Director to review, develop, and implement clinical guidelines and best practice protocols, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of care. * Quality Improvement (QI): Actively participate in continuous Quality Assurance (QA) and Performance Improvement (PI) activities, including peer review, chart audits, and identifying opportunities to enhance patient safety and clinical outcomes (e.g., antibiotic stewardship, pain management). * Workflow Optimization: Partner with the center management team to maintain an efficient patient flow, minimize wait times, and ensure seamless coordination between clinical and ancillary staff (MAs, Rad Techs) to meet high-volume demands. * Documentation Excellence: Maintain exemplary and defensible electronic health record (EHR) documentation, adhering to all coding, billing, and compliance standards. 3. Professional Development and Team Collaboration * Mentorship: Serve as a clinical resource, preceptor, and role model for less experienced clinical staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the center. * Interdisciplinary Teamwork: Facilitate a positive and collaborative work environment, communicating effectively with all team members, external primary care providers, and specialists to ensure integrated patient care. * Compliance & Advocacy: Maintain expertise in relevant state and federal regulations (e.g., NJ Board of Nursing statutes, HIPAA), and advocate for the needs of the patient population and the FNP role in the urgent care setting. Powered by JazzHR OfWZx9nLtN

Job Description Overview Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation. Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes. Why Work for GEO: • We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things., • Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful. Responsibilities Summary: The Advanced Practice Provider diagnoses and treats acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. In addition, this position focuses on health promotion and disease prevention; order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as laboratory work and x- rays; and prescribe medication. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: • Performs routine medical examinations on inmates or detainees under established guidelines., • Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic medical illnesses., • Provides medical treatment and services, consistent with the provision of basic health care services, in conjunction with a physician., • Formulates comprehensive treatment plans and prognosis based on the patient’s health conditions., • Prescribes medication dosages, routes, and frequencies based on patients' diagnosis permitted under State and DEA licensure., • Orders, performs, or interprets the results of diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts (CBCs), electrocardiograms (EKGs), and radiographs (x-rays) with physician oversight as needed., • Analyzes and interprets a patient’s history, symptoms, physical findings, and diagnostic information to develop appropriate clinical assessment and treatment plan., • Develops treatment plans are based on scientific rationale, standards of care, and clinical practice guidelines., • Documents all health care services provided and include comprehensive records of health care plans and prognosis in the patient’s medical record., • Counsels patients on prescribed drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other drugs or substances., • Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks., • Educates patients about self-management of acute or chronic illnesses, tailoring instructions to patients' individual circumstances., • Provides patients with information needed to promote good health, reduce risk factors, and prevent disease or disability., • Consults with or refers patients to appropriate specialists when conditions exceed the scope of practice or expertise., • Reads current literature, talk with colleagues, and participates in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in nursing., • Recommends diagnostic or therapeutic interventions with attention to clinical indication, safety and patient acceptability and compliance, to treatment plan., • Schedules follow-up visits to monitor patients or evaluate health or illness care., • Maintains current knowledge of state legal regulations for nurse practitioner/physician assistant practice and licensure requirements., • Performs primary care procedures such as suturing, splinting, administering immunizations, taking specimen cultures, and appropriate wound care and debridement as necessary., • Maintains departmental policies and procedures in areas such as safety and infection control., • Must be available for 24-hour coverage based on the need of the facility and as assigned, to advise nursing staff in the care of detainees/inmates/residents after hours., • Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: • Graduate from an accredited school of nursing or physician assistant studies required., • Must have a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner, or as a Physician Assistant in the state the facility is located, as well as a current DEA license. Must maintain current copy of applicable licenses at the facility., • Two (2) years of advanced practice experience preferred., • Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology., • Skill in performing uncomplicated surgical procedures., • Ability to administer prescribed medications., • Ability to perform complete physical appraisals of patients., • Ability to identify and evaluate illnesses., • Ability to initiate diagnostic laboratory tests and evaluate the results., • Ability to manage the care of patients., • Ability to work with patients having a variety of physical problems., • Ability to compile and evaluate medical histories and other clinical and laboratory data., • Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments., • Ability to communicate effectively., • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Job DescriptionSalary: $115,000 Nurse Practitioner | Advanced Wound Care Transform Wound Care. Empower Healing. Lead Where It Matters Most. At ReNew Wound Care, were redefining how wound care is delivered across post-acute settings. Our nationwide team of skilled wound care specialists partner with skilled nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and long-term acute care hospitals to provide advanced treatments and reduce hospital readmissionsimproving lives and outcomes every day. Were looking for passionate and proactive Nurse Practitioners to join our mission of healing and innovation. The Wound Care Preventionist is responsible for conducting regular, proactive skin and wound assessments to prevent the development of pressure injuries and other wound-related complications. This clinical role supports overall patient safety and outcomes by identifying early risk factors and ensuring proper preventative measures are implemented in coordination with the clinical team. What Youll Do • Perform scheduled skin integrity and wound prevention assessments on at-risk patients/residents, • Conduct thorough assessments to identify early signs of skin breakdown and collaborate with nursing staff to initiate appropriate interventions, • Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to support wound prevention., • Partner with facility healthcare teams to coordinate care plans and treatment updates., • Document all prevention visits, observations, and recommendations accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR), • Monitor the effectiveness of preventive measures and report any changes or concerns to the wound care nurse or provider, • Ensure consistent use of appropriate support surfaces, positioning techniques, and barrier products as needed, • Track and follow up on high-risk individuals to ensure continuity of preventive care, • Communicate clearly and professionally with clinical staff to reinforce skin integrity protocols, • Maintain compliance with facility policies, clinical standards, and regulatory guidelines, • Ensure continuity of care through consistent communication and collaboration., • Multi-Facility Travel & Scheduling visiting multiple facilities weekly., • Ensure timely and efficient care delivery with professionalism and compassion. What Were Looking For • Valid Nurse Practitioner license (State-specific), • ANCC or AANP Board Certification, • 1+ years of experience in advanced wound care highly preferred, • Wound care certification (CWOCN, CWS, WCC, WOCN) is a plus, • Reliable transportation and willingness to travel consistently What We Offer • Compensation & Benefits:, • Competitive base salary + monthly RVU bonus, • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, • 401(k) Retirement Plan, • Paid Time Off + Sick Leave, • Referral Bonuses, • Malpractice Coverage, • Wound Care CME Opportunities Why ReNew Wound Care? Were not just another healthcare companywere a movement to improve patient outcomes through smarter care delivery. At ReNew, youll gain autonomy in your clinical practice, the backing of an expert team, and the chance to lead meaningful healing in the communities that need it most. Step into a career where your care creates change. ReNew your purpose. ReDefine healing. ReImagine whats possible. The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Job DescriptionSalary: $115,000 Nurse Practitioner | Advanced Wound Care Transform Wound Care. Empower Healing. Lead Where It Matters Most. At ReNew Wound Care, were redefining how wound care is delivered across post-acute settings. Our nationwide team of skilled wound care specialists partner with skilled nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and long-term acute care hospitals to provide advanced treatments and reduce hospital readmissionsimproving lives and outcomes every day. Were looking for passionate and proactive Nurse Practitioners to join our mission of healing and innovation. The Wound Care Preventionist is responsible for conducting regular, proactive skin and wound assessments to prevent the development of pressure injuries and other wound-related complications. This clinical role supports overall patient safety and outcomes by identifying early risk factors and ensuring proper preventative measures are implemented in coordination with the clinical team. What Youll Do • Perform scheduled skin integrity and wound prevention assessments on at-risk patients/residents, • Conduct thorough assessments to identify early signs of skin breakdown and collaborate with nursing staff to initiate appropriate interventions, • Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to support wound prevention., • Partner with facility healthcare teams to coordinate care plans and treatment updates., • Document all prevention visits, observations, and recommendations accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR), • Monitor the effectiveness of preventive measures and report any changes or concerns to the wound care nurse or provider, • Ensure consistent use of appropriate support surfaces, positioning techniques, and barrier products as needed, • Track and follow up on high-risk individuals to ensure continuity of preventive care, • Communicate clearly and professionally with clinical staff to reinforce skin integrity protocols, • Maintain compliance with facility policies, clinical standards, and regulatory guidelines, • Ensure continuity of care through consistent communication and collaboration., • Multi-Facility Travel & Scheduling visiting multiple facilities weekly., • Ensure timely and efficient care delivery with professionalism and compassion. What Were Looking For • Valid Nurse Practitioner license (State-specific), • ANCC or AANP Board Certification, • 1+ years of experience in advanced wound care highly preferred, • Wound care certification (CWOCN, CWS, WCC, WOCN) is a plus, • Reliable transportation and willingness to travel consistently What We Offer • Compensation & Benefits:, • Competitive base salary + monthly RVU bonus, • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, • 401(k) Retirement Plan, • Paid Time Off + Sick Leave, • Referral Bonuses, • Malpractice Coverage, • Wound Care CME Opportunities Why ReNew Wound Care? Were not just another healthcare companywere a movement to improve patient outcomes through smarter care delivery. At ReNew, youll gain autonomy in your clinical practice, the backing of an expert team, and the chance to lead meaningful healing in the communities that need it most. Step into a career where your care creates change. ReNew your purpose. ReDefine healing. ReImagine whats possible. The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Job Description A well-established and respected hospital system in Newark, NJ is urgently seeking a qualified Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join their Wound Care team within the Department of Surgery - General Surgery Division. This locum assignment is to provide immediate coverage due to an ongoing maternity leave and offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, high-acuity inpatient setting. Start Date: 04/14/2025 End Date: 06/30/2025 Assignment Details: • Full-time inpatient wound care role with OR involvement, • Monday through Friday, 7A-4P; no weekend or on-call responsibilities, • Patient load: Approximately 15 patients/day, split with experienced NP and supervising MD, • Work Closely with an interdisciplinary team including a supervising physician and co-managing NP, • Daily rounding on wound consults and follow-up care for established inpatients, • Assessment, documentation, and optimization for surgical wound care, • Perform debridements - both at bedside and in the OR, • Application of negative pressure wound therapy (wound vac), • Previous wound care experience strongly preferred, • Comfortable performing bedside and OR debridement, • able to apply and manage wound vacs This is a high-prioity locum position. If you are an experienced Wound Care APP available to start immediately, apply now with your most updated CV! Our locums are treated like family - with paid housing and travel, virtual credit cards for housing flexibility, top-rated malpractice coverage and personalized attention to every need!

Job DescriptionSalary: $140,000 + Monthly RVU Nurse Practitioner | Advanced Wound Care Transform Wound Care. Empower Healing. Lead Where It Matters Most. At ReNew Wound Care, were redefining how wound care is delivered across post-acute settings. Our nationwide team of skilled wound care specialists partners with skilled nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and long-term acute care hospitals to provide advanced treatments and reduce hospital readmissionsimproving lives and outcomes every day. Were looking for passionate and proactive Nurse Practitioners to join our mission of healing and innovation. What Youll Do • Advanced Wound Care & Patient Assessment, • Conduct thorough assessments of chronic and acute wounds., • Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans., • Apply advanced techniques such as debridement, dressing selection, skin grafts, and infection control., • Collaborative Clinical Leadership, • Partner with facility healthcare teams to coordinate care plans and treatment updates., • Ensure continuity of care through consistent communication and collaboration., • Multi-Facility Travel & Scheduling, • Manage a travel schedule visiting multiple facilities weekly., • Ensure timely and efficient care delivery with professionalism and compassion. What Were Looking For • Valid Nurse Practitioner license (State-specific), • ANCC or AANP Board Certification, • 1+ years of experience in advanced wound care highly preferred, • Wound care certification (CWOCN, CWS, WCC, WOCN) is a plus, • Reliable transportation and willingness to travel consistently, • Preferably licensed in Pennsylvania in addition to New Jersey. What We Offer • Compensation & Benefits:, • Competitive base salary + monthly RVU bonus, • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, • 401(k) Retirement Plan, • Paid Time Off + Sick Leave, • Referral Bonuses, • Malpractice Coverage, • Wound Care CME Opportunities, • Multiple work structures: Full-Time, Part-Time, or Independent Contractor Why ReNew Wound Care? Were not just another healthcare companywere a movement to improve patient outcomes through smarter care delivery. At ReNew, youll gain autonomy in your clinical practice, the backing of an expert team, and the chance to lead meaningful healing in the communities that need it most. Step into a career where your care creates change. ReNew your purpose. ReDefine healing. ReImagine whats possible. The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.