Location: An urban treasure located in the Capital District of New York. It offers the convenience and accessibility of urban living with a friendly, small-town feel.
Facility: 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.
Opportunity: - Full-time Monday-Friday
- Days position- no weekends, no call
- 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.
Compensation: - To be discussed at interview
- Relocation Bonus
- 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