Nurse Practitioner

About the Job

Nurse Practitioner - Bronx, NY (#1733)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Paid Time Off, Retirement Savings.
• Commuter Benefits program.
• Visa Sponsorship opportunities.

Location: Bronx, NY

Employment Type: Full-time or Part-time (minimum of 3 days for Part-time)

Salary: $130,000 - $150,000/yr

About Impact Recruiting Solutions:

Impact Recruiting Solutions is a dedicated recruitment partner connecting healthcare professionals with rewarding opportunities. We collaborate with hospitals, clinics, and multi-specialty facilities to match skilled individuals with roles that align with their expertise and career aspirations.

Position Overview:

Impact Recruiting Solutions is currently seeking a Nurse Practitioner specializing in Dermatology to fill an opening with a multi-specialty practice located in Bronx, NY. This unique role focuses on providing dermatologic care to residents in nursing home settings, addressing skin conditions commonly seen in the elderly and chronically ill population.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive annual salary range of $130,000 - $150,000 / yr.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Account.
  • Paid Time Off.
  • Retirement Savings.
  • Commuter Benefits program.
  • Visa Sponsorship opportunities.
  • Malpractice insurance coverage.
  • Loan repayment.
  • Flexible schedules.
  • Stable Employment.
  • Exclusive 20% Discount Tuition Reduction with local College.
• Professional Growth : Gain valuable experience in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment, specializing in medical dermatology for the geriatric population.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes by diagnosing and treating skin conditions in nursing home residents, many of whom have limited mobility and complex medical histories.

Qualifications:

• Education: Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Must have an active New York State Nurse Practitioner license. Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible.
• Experience: Must have experience in the specialty for at least 1 year ( DERM-cosmetic does not count)
• Technical Skills: Proficient in diagnosing and treating common dermatologic conditions such as pressure ulcers, skin infections, rashes, psoriasis, eczema, skin cancers, and fungal infections. Skilled in performing skin biopsies and other minor dermatologic procedures. Proficiency in eClinicalWorks.
• Soft Skills: Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, patience, and the ability to work collaboratively with nursing home staff, families, and other healthcare providers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive dermatologic evaluations for nursing home residents, including full-body skin examinations.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic skin conditions commonly seen in the elderly, such as pressure injuries (bedsores), cellulitis, fungal infections, scabies, eczema, psoriasis, actinic keratosis, and skin cancers.
• Perform minor dermatologic procedures including skin biopsies, cryotherapy, curettage, and excisions as appropriate.
• Prescribe and manage topical and systemic dermatologic medications, monitoring for efficacy and adverse reactions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team (nurses, wound care specialists, primary care providers, and attending physicians).
• Educate nursing home staff on proper skin care, pressure injury prevention, infection control measures, and early recognition of dermatologic conditions.
• Educate residents and families on skin health, treatment options, and preventive measures.
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation in electronic medical records.
• Collaborate with the multi-specialty practice and referring physicians to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to skin health and wound care within the nursing home setting.