Nurse Practitioner-Dermatology (Nursing Home)

Responsibilities: • Provide on-site dermatology consults including: o Initial assessments for skin conditions such as dermatitis, psoriasis, rashes, infections, and suspicious lesions o Routine follow-up visits for chronic skin conditions and wound monitoring. Overview: 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.

Overview:

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) or to join our team delivering dermatologic care to residents in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Provide on-site dermatology consults including: o Initial assessments for skin conditions such as dermatitis, psoriasis, rashes, infections, and suspicious lesions o Routine follow-up visits for chronic skin conditions and wound monitoring

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations: o Gather medical histories and perform dermatologic examinations o 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.