Clinical Component

Navigating the Clinical Component

The Wound Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) will serve as the clinical lead for Cody Regional Medical Center's newly developed wound care program. This hands-on role involves delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to patients with a variety of wound care needs while simultaneously building the foundation for a thriving program. Clinical responsibilities will include:

Providing direct care for patients with acute and chronic wounds, including but not limited to pressure injuries, diabetic ulcers, post-surgical wounds, venous stasis ulcers, and traumatic injuries.
Performing wound evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
Utilizing advanced wound care techniques and evidence-based therapies to optimize healing, including debridement, compression therapy, and skin substitutes.
Conducting inpatient consultations and outpatient clinic visits as needed, ensuring continuity of care across settings.
Collaborating with supervising physicians, specialty providers (e.g., general surgeons), and certified wound care nurses (as the program grows) to deliver multidisciplinary care.
Providing patient education on wound prevention and proper wound care techniques to support healing and reduce recurrence.
Participating in community outreach initiatives to raise awareness about the availability and importance of wound care services.
Documenting patient encounters and maintaining accurate, up-to-date medical records in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.

The provider will also have an integral role in shaping the program’s operational protocols, ensuring that the clinic delivers efficient and effective care while meeting the needs of the hospital and community. This role requires a hands-on, adaptable approach as the program grows, offering the provider the unique opportunity to help define the clinical scope and structure of the service.