Advanced Practice Provider - Outpatient Wound Care

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems
United States, Virginia, Richmond
Jun 04, 2025
$25,000 sign on bonus for offers accepted through June 30, 2025. Terms and conditions apply The Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner - R job demonstrates a high level of expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of the complex responses of individuals, families, or communities to actual or potential health problems, prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This role assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. The Nurse Practitioner - R job continues to perform many of the same interventions used in basic nursing practice. The difference in this practice relates to a greater depth and breadth of knowledge, a greater degree of synthesis of data, and complexity of skills and intervention. ANA's Scope and Standards of Advanced Practice Registered Nursing (1996). Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible License to practice as NP in the specialty area in the Commonwealth of Virginia Prescriptive Authority when required Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current RN Licensure in Virginia Credentialing in accordance with medical staff by-laws for specific job title License to practice as NP in the specialty area in the Commonwealth of Virginia Prescriptive authority when required Experience REQUIRED: Minimum of two (2) years experience as a RN Experience PREFERRED: Academic health care experience Two (2) years within the specialty practice area Advanced Practice Nursing Role or Clinical Leadership Role experience Education/training REQUIRED: Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program specific to area of practice *Applicants with current advanced practice licensure may be within one semester of graduation from obtaining a MSN degree or higher, which must be completed within six months of hire to continue employment. Education/training PREFERRED: N/A Independent action(s) required: Clinical decision-making in collaboration with physicians and daily prioritization of activities. The allocation of time spent in patient care and elsewhere is largely self-determined. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: N/A Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment. Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs. Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) provides comprehensive wound care in an outpatient setting under the supervision of attending physician(s). The APP will assess, diagnose, and implement advanced wound care treatments, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through interdisciplinary collaboration. The APP will provide patient care under defined departmental and state-approved scope of practice and under the supervision of attending physician(s). The level of supervision will be commensurate with the complexity of the patient's condition and as approved by the Board of Medicine. These protocols are acknowledged by the APP and all supervising physicians. Responsibilities: Conduct thorough patient assessments, including wound evaluations and overall health status. Develop individualized wound care plans tailored to patient needs. Administer advanced wound treatments, including dressing changes, debridement, and infection control measures. Educate patients and families on wound care management, pain management strategies, and preventive measures. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and healthcare providers to ensure coordinated patient care. Document patient interactions, treatments, and progress using electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic. Stay updated on the latest advancements in wound care practices and ensure adherence to safety and infection control protocols. Preferred Experience: The preferred candidate would have at least three (3) years of wound care experience as a provider EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.