Nurse Practitioner-Dermatology; Nursing Home

Overview

Dermatology Nurse Practitioner (NP) sought to deliver dermatologic care to residents in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities.

• Provide on-site dermatology consults including initial assessments for skin conditions such as dermatitis, psoriasis, rashes, infections, and suspicious lesions; conduct routine follow-up visits for chronic skin conditions and wound monitoring.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations by gathering medical histories and performing dermatologic examinations; order and interpret skin biopsies and laboratory tests when appropriate.
• Diagnose and manage dermatologic conditions including infections, inflammatory disorders, pressure-related skin changes, and skin cancers.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and dermatologists to develop treatment plans.
• Perform minor procedures such as biopsies, cryotherapy, lesion removal, and wound-related skin treatments when appropriate.
• Educate patients and caregivers on skincare, infection prevention, and treatment plans.
• Ensure accurate EMR documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in quality initiatives aimed at improving skin integrity and reducing complications in SNFs.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility. Hospital or outpatient office experience will also be considered.
• Active and unrestricted NP license; DEA license is required; CPR certification (BCLS/BLS).
• Master’s degree in Nursing (NP applicants) and graduation from an accredited NP program.
• Preferred experience in Dermatology (training available if not).
• Preferred familiarity with EMR systems (e.g., Sigma, Visual, PCC; training provided).

• Minimum 6 months of experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facilities (hospital/outpatient experience considered).
• Active and unrestricted NP license; DEA license required.
• CPR certification (BCLS/BLS).
• Master’s degree in Nursing; graduation from an accredited NP program.
• Preferred experience in Dermatology; training available if not.
• Preferred familiarity with EMR systems (e.g., Sigma, Visual, PCC; training provided).

Essen Health care is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.