Post-Acute and Long-Term Care (PALTC) – Wound Care Advanced Practitioner (WCAP)

The Nursing Home Wound Care Advanced Practitioner (AP) is a full-time clinical professional, either a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA), specializing in wound assessment, treatment, and management within a PALTC facility.

Perform comprehensive evaluations of residents at risk for or with existing wounds.

Develop and update individualized wound care plans, including advanced treatments like debridement, dressings, and negative pressure therapy.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure integrated wound prevention and care strategies.

Implement evidence-based prevention protocols and provide staff education.

Maintain detailed documentation and participate in quality improvement activities.

Serve as a resource for staff, residents, and families, addressing wound care education, infection management, and regulatory compliance.

Utilize technology such as EHR systems and telemedicine tools.

Qualifications include a relevant degree (BS-PAS/MPAS/DMSc/MSN-NP/DNP), minimum 2 years of experience (long-term care preferred), and board certification (AANP/ANCC/PA-C). Specialty wound care certification is highly preferred.

Benefits offered include health, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and flexible spending accounts. The role involves on-the-road work with physical ability to respond quickly to patient needs.