Wound Care Quality Assurance Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Quality Assurance Nurse Practitioner (NP)/ Physician Assistant (PA) to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality care across our clinical services. As a key member of the healthcare quality team, the QANP/PA will collaborate with physicians, staff, and leadership to evaluate and improve patient outcomes, adherence to clinical protocols, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive chart reviews to ensure adherence to clinical protocols and best practices.
• Evaluate the quality of patient care, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards (e.g., HIPAA, OSHA, Medicare).
• Collaborate with clinical teams to identify areas for improvement in patient care and develop strategies to address gaps.
• Review and assess the effectiveness of treatment plans and interventions.
• Participate in audits, performance improvement initiatives, and root cause analyses.
• Develop and implement training programs for clinical staff on quality assurance best practices and compliance.
• Ensure timely documentation and reporting of quality assurance findings, improvements, and outcomes.
• Provide expertise in clinical guidelines and ensure appropriate clinical protocols are being followed.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements and healthcare industry trends.
• Work closely with healthcare providers to promote patient safety, patient satisfaction, and overall quality improvement.

Qualifications:

• Current Nurse Practitioner (NP)/Physician Assistant (PA) licensure.
• Master’s degree in nursing.
• Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• 3+ years of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner, preferably in a healthcare quality or clinical settings.
• Strong understanding of healthcare regulations, clinical standards, and quality improvement methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Previous Wound Care experience.
• Ability to evaluate complex patient care situations and implement improvement plans.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Previous experience in a quality assurance or healthcare auditing role is preferred.
• Certification in quality improvement or healthcare quality (e.g., CPHQ) is a plus.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on healthcare quality and patient outcomes.