Wound Care Nurse Practitioner

Department: ProvidersClassification: Full-TimeSchedule: Per assigned clinic provider template, Monday–Friday; wound care visits are scheduled in dedicated blocksLocation: Assigned Clear Choice Dermatology clinic(s), Oregon / WashingtonReports To: Regional Manager (administrative); Medical Director (clinical)FLSA Status: ExemptPOSITION SUMMARYAt Clear Choice Dermatology, the Nurse Practitioner – Wound Care leads the care of patients with surgical and chronic wounds while also seeing general dermatology patients. The role manages post-Mohs and post-excision wounds, delayed healing, and chronic wounds such as venous, diabetic, and pressure ulcers, and works closely with our Mohs surgeons, dermatologists, and clinical team. By giving wound patients dedicated, consistent follow-up, the Nurse Practitioner – Wound Care helps patients heal faster, prevents complications, and frees surgeon time, while upholding CCD's standards for clinical quality, documentation, and patient experience.CORE RESPONSIBILITIESWound Assessment & ManagementAssess surgical and chronic wounds, including size, depth, tissue type, drainage, and signs of infection, and document wound measurements at each visitManage post-operative wounds after Mohs surgery, excisions, and biopsies, including dressing changes and suture and staple removalIdentify and treat wound complications such as infection, dehiscence, hematoma, and delayed healing; escalate to the operating surgeon or Medical Director per practice protocolEvaluate and treat chronic wounds, including venous, arterial, diabetic, and pressure ulcers and non-healing biopsy sitesPerform conservative sharp debridement within scope of license and CCD-approved competenciesSelect appropriate dressings, compression, and topical therapies, and order wound cultures, labs, and imaging as indicatedRefer patients to vascular, podiatry, infectious disease, or other specialists when clinically indicated, and track referral loop closureGeneral DermatologyConduct comprehensive dermatological assessments, including full-body skin examinations, history, and review of systemsDiagnose and treat common skin, hair, and nail conditions, including acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, skin infections, and benign and premalignant lesionsPerform dermatological procedures such as shave and punch biopsies, cryotherapy, ED&C, incision and drainage, and intralesional injectionsIdentify suspicious lesions and escalate complex or high-risk cases to a dermatologist or the Medical Director per practice protocolPatient Education & Follow-UpTeach patients and caregivers wound care at home, including dressing changes, signs of infection, and when to call the clinicEducate patients on factors that affect healing, such as nutrition, smoking, blood sugar control, and offloading or compressionSchedule and track wound follow-up visits until healing, and coordinate with home health agencies when neededEnsure biopsy, pathology, and culture results are reviewed, communicated to patients, and acted on within practice timelinesDocumentation & ComplianceDocument all patient encounters, wound measurements, and photographs accurately and completely in the EHR (EMA / Modernizing Medicine)Close charts and select accurate diagnosis and procedure codes, including wound care and debridement codes, in a timely manner to support compliant billingSupport MIPS/quality reporting measures, including biopsy follow-up and referral loop closureFollow HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, infection control, and CCD clinical policies and protocols at all timesCollaboration & Professional DevelopmentWork closely with Mohs surgeons, dermatologists, Medical Assistants, and clinic leadership to support efficient patient flowTrain Medical Assistants and clinical staff on dressing changes, wound photography, and wound care suppliesHelp develop and maintain CCD wound care protocols and supply standardsStay current with advancements in wound care and dermatology and incorporate evidence-based best practices into patient careWHY JOIN CLEAR CHOICE DERMATOLOGYJoin our team dedicated to advancing dermatological health. We offer opportunities for professional growth, ongoing education, and a collaborative work environment focused on excellence in patient care.