Part-Time Locums Nurse Practitioner
Job Summary
Occupation
Nurse Practitioner
Specialty
Wound, Burn and Ostomy
Salary
$60.00
– $75.00
• hourly
Degree Required
MSN/MSRN
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Long-Term Care/Facility
Home Care/House Calls
Location
33870, Sebring, Florida, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
12/13/24
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Safely perform wound debridement using sharp, enzymatic, autolytic, or surgical methods at the patient's location.
- Apply and manage topical wound care and related wound management products.
- Direct and recommend associated services to enhance wound healing outcomes, including labs, radiologic tests, vascular tests, referrals, and more.
- Interpret diagnostic tests and suggest suitable follow-ups.
- Prescribe necessary medications, Durable Medical Equipment (DME) or supplies, aligned with the supervising physician's collaborative agreement.
- Conduct risk assessments for Diabetic Foot Ulcers in diabetic patients as per ADA guidelines.
- Educate patients about wound management and ensure referring physicians are updated on the latest wound care practices.
- Act as a resource for health-related decision-making, planning, and policy creation.
- Collaborate with staff to determine resident needs and develop strategies to address them.
- Ensure regular skin sweeps on a quarterly basis.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Active, unrestricted Florida license
- Successful completion of an accredited wound care program
- State-approved from the Medical Board to perform medical tasks
- Must be enrolled as a provider with Medicaid and Medicare in Florida
- Must be able to commute to Sebring, Florida
Working Hours
Monday and Tuesdays, preferably