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iRecruitMD lists this Wound, Burn and Ostomy Physician Assistant opportunity in rapid city, South Dakota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Wound Care Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (NP/PA) Position Summary The Wound Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant provides specialized clinical care for patients with acute and chronic wounds. This role focuses on assessment, diagnosis, and management of complex wounds using evidence-based practices, working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to promote wound healing, prevent complications, and improve patient outcomes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Evaluate and manage patients with acute and chronic wounds including pressure injuries, diabetic ulcers, venous stasis ulcers, arterial ulcers, surgical wounds, and traumatic wounds
Perform comprehensive wound assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
Perform wound care procedures consistent with training and privileges, including debridement, dressing selection, and application of advanced wound therapies
Monitor wound healing progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
Manage wound-related infections and coordinate care for limb preservation when applicable
Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, podiatry, vascular surgery, infectious disease, and rehabilitation services
Educate patients and caregivers on wound care management, prevention strategies, and lifestyle modifications
Coordinate care transitions across inpatient, outpatient, home health, and long-term care settings
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
Support compliance with wound care protocols, standards, and regulatory requirements
Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
Current NP or PA certification and state licensure
Eligibility for credentialing and privileging
DEA registration or eligibility
Prior experience or certification in wound care preferred
Skills and Competencies Expertise in wound assessment and management
Knowledge of advanced wound care therapies and products
Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and patient education abilities
Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care
Work Environment Hospital inpatient units, outpatient wound care centers, long-term care facilities, and home-based settings
Schedule may include clinic hours and limited on-call responsibilities depending on program needs
Physical Requirements Ability to stand, bend, and move throughout clinical environments
Manual dexterity for wound care procedures
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for wound assessment and patient communication
Worksite address
rapid city, SD, 57701, US
Who can apply
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