Nurse Practitioner-Dermatology (Nursing Home) Job at Essen Medical Associates, Hackensack, NJ

  • Essen Medical Associates
  • Hackensack, NJ

Job Description

Dermatology Nurse Practitioner

Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high-quality, compassionate care to some of the state's most vulnerable and underserved residents.

Founded in 1999, we've grown from a single primary care office into a network of 50+ locations offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, from women's health to endocrinology and psychiatry. We also provide nursing home support, care management, and in-home care through our Essen House Calls program. Guided by a Population Health model, our team of 500+ providers deliver care in-person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients get the support they need when and where they need it.

We're looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team. Whether you're a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there's a career here for you. Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community.

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Dermatology Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team delivering dermatologic care to residents in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site dermatology consults including:

  • Initial assessments for skin conditions such as dermatitis, psoriasis, rashes, infections, and suspicious lesions
  • Routine follow-up visits for chronic skin conditions and wound monitoring

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations:

  • Gather medical histories and perform dermatologic examinations
  • Order and interpret skin biopsies, and laboratory tests when appropriate

• Diagnose and manage dermatologic conditions including infections, inflammatory disorders, pressure-related skin changes, and skin cancers

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and dermatologists to develop treatment plans

• Perform minor procedures such as biopsies, cryotherapy, lesion removal, and wound-related skin treatments when appropriate

• Educate patients and caregivers on skincare, infection prevention, and treatment plans

• Ensure accurate EMR documentation and regulatory compliance

• Participate in quality initiatives aimed at improving skin integrity and reducing complications in SNFs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility (Hospital/outpatient office experience will also be considered)

• Active and unrestricted NP license

• DEA license required

• CPR certification (BCLS/BLS)

• Master's degree in Nursing (NP applicants)

• Graduation from an accredited NP program

• Preferred: Experience in Dermatology (training available if not)

• Preferred: Familiarity with EMR systems (e.g., Sigma, Visual, PCC – training provided)

• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.

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