Wound Care Nurse Practitioner for Troy, NY (Perm) - Wapiti Medical Staffing

St. Peters Health Partners is seeking to recruit an experienced Full-Time Nurse Practitioner to join our Wound Care and Ostomy clinic located in Troy, NY.

Job Description:

• Full-time Monday-Friday
• Days position- no weekends, no call
• Operated by Samaritan Hospital
• NP has both inpatient and outpatient responsibilities.
• NP’s work closely with the Colorectal and Urology surgeons for pre-surgery site markings and to ensure patients and their families receive the education they need on ostomies- what to expect, life adaptations and follow-up care post-procedure.
• Conduct thorough assessments of ostomy patients, including evaluation of wound status, skin integrity, and overall health.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs, ensuring optimal wound healing and management of complications.
• Provide patient education on ostomy care techniques, skin maintenance, and prevention of complications.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and ensure continuity of treatment.
• Utilize evidence-based practices and advanced wound care techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory standards and hospital protocols.
• Applicants should possess excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to providing excellent care to a vulnerable population.
• At least 1 year of NP employment experience is preferred, preferably in wound care management with an ostomy care.  However, will also consider upcoming 2025 graduate candidates.
• Not accepting Locums candidates
• Client cannot clear local candidates within 30 miles of their institutions.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary 
• Relocation Allowance, if applicable: The amount is determined by the distance they are moving from to the facility. It is a reimbursement-based system.  Providers receive the amount in their contract, and they can submit receipts for reimbursement up to that amount.
• Excellent benefits; including health/vision/dental insurances
• Paid malpractice, including post-SPHP employment tail coverage
• CME time & expense allowance
• Paid time away from the practice
• Retirement savings program with employer matching program

Submission Requirements

• Board Certified (by time of start) NP 
• NY License (or willing to obtain) 
• WOCN Certification (note in "Additional Submission Details" field)
• Knowledge and experience with wound care and ostomies (note in "Experience" field)
• DEA (or willing to obtain) 
• At least 1 year of NP employment experience, preferably in wound care management with an on ostomy care (note in "Experience" field) - HIGHLY PREFERRED

 About the FacilityAbout Samaritan Hospital:
Samaritan Hospital is a 277-bed community hospital offering inpatient and outpatient including emergency services, critical care and ambulatory surgery, cancer services, behavioral health services, and cardiac catheterization. In 2018, St. Peter’s Health Partners completed a major construction project modernizing its facilities, including a new patient pavilion with an expanded emergency department, ICU, PCU, Med/Surg units, and a new parking garage.

More than 150 years ago, the Religious Sisters of Mercy, Daughters of Charity, and local municipalities founded our hospitals, schools of nursing and health ministries in New York’s Capital Region. These groups were dedicated to improving the health of those living in their communities. To better serve those communities today, the facilities they created came together as St. Peter’s Health Partners in 2011.

St. Peter's Health Partners is one of the Capital Region’s largest, most comprehensive not-for-profit health care networks. Our full range of services, along with support and care coordination, help people achieve their health goals.

About the Community:

Troy, New York is an urban treasure located in the Capital District. The City’s rich history and eclectic energy has attracted people from across the nation and around the world. It offers the convenience and accessibility of urban living with a friendly, small-town feel. The City’s affordable properties draw new residents from all walks of life: urban pioneers who enjoy living and working in Troy's beautiful, historic buildings; college students who come for a world-class education and decide to stay, and business owners seeking a real sense of community.

Capital District, New York – includes the cities of Albany, Schenectady and Troy and the surrounding areas, including Clifton Park and Saratoga Springs.

The Capital Region has excellent year-round outdoor recreation available, including excellent golf, water-sports of all kinds, camping, hiking, and great downhill skiing and snowboarding. It offers a wealth of cultural offerings and activities, including several renowned museums and theaters, fine dining, and a year-round events calendar full with music and sporting events.

Excellent public and private schools are available, as are affordable homes and reasonable taxes. This region is a part of New York's Tech Valley and is abound with Higher education opportunities. The Capital District is a short drive to the scenic Adirondack, Berkshire, and Catskill Mountains.

Centrally located, Albany is less than three hours from New York City and Boston. Come find out why Forbes Magazine lists Albany as one of “America’s Most Innovative Cities”, and one of “America’s Best Places to Raise a Family” and why Brookings has described Albany as one of its “Strongest Performing Metro Areas” and Portfolio.com calls Albany one of its “Best Markets for Young Adults.”

To learn more about the Capital Region visit www.albany.org, www.albany.com, www.techvalley.com, www.renscochamber.com , www.visittroyny.com