Nurse Practitioner - Wound Care, Inpatient
About The Position
About CLS Health CLS Health is a growing healthcare system in Houston, Texas that is taking a different approach to healthcare. We are a physician-led healthcare group that focuses on providing patients with holistic, multispecialty care. We're a dynamic team on a mission to provide better healthcare options for Houstonians! We Are Looking For: We are seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our Inpatient Wound Care team. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with experienced physicians and healthcare professionals in a hospital setting. The NP will play a key role in the assessment, treatment, and ongoing management of patients with acute and chronic wounds, ensuring optimal healing outcomes and continuity of care.
Requirements
- Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Texas (required)
- Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical experience in wound care, inpatient care, or a related specialty preferred
- Wound Care Certification (e.g., WCC, CWCN, or CWON) preferred or willingness to obtain within a specified timeframe
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills with the ability to manage complex wound cases
- Proficiency in performing wound-related procedures such as debridement and application of advanced wound therapies
- Familiarity with evidence-based wound care protocols and infection prevention practices
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive wound assessments, including staging, measurement, and documentation of various wound types (pressure injuries, diabetic ulcers, surgical wounds, and complex non-healing wounds)
- Develop, implement, and manage individualized wound care treatment plans
- Perform bedside procedures such as wound debridement, dressing changes, and application of advanced wound care therapies
- Monitor wound healing progress and modify care plans based on patient response and clinical best practices
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate inpatient care
- Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests and labs relevant to wound healing and infection management
- Educate patients, families, and staff on wound prevention, care techniques, and treatment plans
- Participate in hospital rounds and ensure proper documentation in the EMR
- Coordinate discharge planning and continuity of care, including referrals to outpatient wound care services when needed
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental Insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
