Nurse Practitioner

Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA/APP) Plastic Surgery Advanced Wound Care SpecialistPlay a pivotal role in advancing wound care delivery within a rapidly expanding, multidisciplinary plastic surgery program. This position offers the opportunity to directly impact outcomes for complex patients while helping shape a growing service line in a brand-new clinical setting. Join UVA Health's Plastic Surgery Wound Care Program as an Advanced Practice Provider and engage in a hybrid inpatient and outpatient role that blends procedural care, longitudinal patient management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. You will work alongside experienced providers and engaged physician leadership while building expertise in advanced wound care therapies.The Role: In this hybrid APP position, you will help drive clinical excellence across both ambulatory and inpatient wound care, managing a diverse and often complex patient population. This is a dynamic role where autonomy and collaboration are equally valued, and where your clinical judgment directly influences care continuity and outcomes. You will be supported through direct mentorship from experienced clinicians while building toward independent panel management and clinical specialization. On a typical week, you will balance clinic-based care with inpatient rounding while contributing to a program that is actively expanding to meet growing patient demand.Responsibilities include:Provide comprehensive wound care management across inpatient and outpatient settingsPerform procedures including wound debridement and advanced wound interventionsParticipate in inpatient rounding with the wound ostomy care (WOC) teamCollaborate closely with a multidisciplinary care team spanning Plastic Surgery, Orthopedics, and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R)Structure and manage independent patient schedules and clinical templatesPartner with surgeons and specialists on complex reconstructive and wound casesGain exposure to advanced therapies, including topical oxygen therapy, skin substitutes, and innovative wound care modalitiesContribute to the growth, efficiency, and development of a rapidly scaling wound care programThis role follows a structured weekly model:Ambulatory care: Monday, Wednesday, FridayInpatient rounding: Tuesday, Thursday32 patient-facing hours with administrative flexibility built into inpatient daysAdvanced Practice Provider Scope of Practice: ClinicalProvides expert evidence-based, top-of-scope care in their clinical practiceActs as part of a specialty team, collaborating with other clinicians as appropriateProvides health education to patientsMaintains accurate, timely, and thorough documentationEnsures compliance with institutional and regulatory standardsLeadershipSupports development of best practices and protocols in specialtyServes on committees and workgroups to enhance patient careProvides education to learners in the clinical spaceMentors new team membersAdministrationContributes to clinical quality improvement workParticipates in professional governance through the APP CouncilAttends team development meetings at local and departmental levelsProfessionalAdheres to ASPIRE values in all professional interactionsMaintains appropriate licenses, certifications, and specialty training competenciesParticipates in local, state, and national professional organizationsWhy People Love Living in Charlottesville: Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life, blending the energy of a vibrant university community with the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Healthcare professionals are drawn to the area for its balance of career opportunity and lifestyle, with access to outdoor recreation, a nationally recognized food and wine scene, and a thriving arts culture. The region provides a welcoming community, excellent schools, and diverse living options, making it an ideal place to build both a meaningful career and a fulfilling personal life. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.Minimum Requirements:Education: Master's Degree as an Advance Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or as an Advance Practice Provider - Physician AssistantExperience: One to two years minimum experience as an Advanced Practice Provider Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant preferred.Licensure: License or license eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of the UVA Medical Center, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and the appropriate certifying bodies. Must be enrolled with all payers through Delegated Credentialing and can participate in Medicaid and Medicare for billing. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS/NRP, as required specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required.Physical Demands:Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling/bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.The pay range for this role is $124,845.00 - $155,043.20 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.Job Profile J2494 - APP - Surgical Specialties NP/PA Career Stream and Level Clinical Professional-C3The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.