Job Description
Job Description
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
POSITION TYPE : Advanced Practice Professional
SPECIALTY UNIT : Wound Care and Ostomy
LOCATION : Troy, NY
JOB TYPE : Full-Time Permanent
Position Overview
A full-time opportunity is available for a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner to provide specialized care in wound and ostomy management across both inpatient and outpatient settings. The role involves pre-surgical education and site markings, post-operative care, and comprehensive patient education to support recovery and improve quality of life. The provider will work closely with surgical teams to ensure continuity and excellence in care delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients with ostomies, including evaluation of wound status and skin integrity.
- Develop individualized care plans to support healing and manage complications.
- Educate patients and their families on ostomy care techniques, skin care maintenance, and lifestyle adjustments.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including surgeons and nursing staff, to coordinate comprehensive care.
- Apply evidence-based practices and advanced wound care techniques to promote recovery and reduce infection risk.
- Maintain accurate and compliant documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient outcomes.
- Provide site markings and education prior to colorectal or urologic surgical procedures.
Qualifications
Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner (required by start date)Active or eligible for New York licensure or willing to obtainWOCN Certification (Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing) – RequiredDEA license (or willingness to obtain)At least 1 year of NP experience , preferably in wound / ostomy care – highly preferredRecent or upcoming graduates (2025) may be consideredExcellent communication skills and a patient-centered approach to careCompensation & Benefits
Competitive salary : with potential for bonuses, quality incentives, and additional compensationRelocation assistance available (reimbursement-based) if applicableComprehensive benefits package : Health, dental, vision insurancePaid malpractice coverage, including tail coverageCME allowance and dedicated CME timePaid time off and holidaysEmployer-sponsored retirement savings plan with matching contributions