Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Wound Care Needed in MN

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Wound Care Nurse Practitioner for a 72-day locum tenens assignment in Minnesota, beginning Jan 12, 2026. This role offers a flexible weekday schedule (Monday to Friday, any 3-4 days per week) with day shifts from 7am to 4pm. The assignment focuses primarily on providing advanced wound care services within long-term care facilities, with some travel to individual residences.

Job Details

• Location: Minnesota
• Facility Type: Long-term care facilities and patient residences
• Start Date: Jan 12, 2026
• LOA: 72 days
• Provider Type Needed: Wound Care Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, any 3-4 days per week, 7am-4pm

Responsibilities and Duties

• Travel to long-term care facilities and patient residences to deliver hands-on wound care (approximately 90 percent in LTC settings)
• Utilize advanced wound care techniques, including UltraMist Wands and application of skin grafts (fish skin, placenta, lab-grown)
• Manage wound, ostomy, and continence care for complex cases
• Document patient care and outcomes using the WoundExpert EMR system
• Collaborate with facility staff to ensure continuity and quality of wound care
• Adapt care plans to meet individual patient needs and facility protocols

Additional Information

• Must have current Nurse Practitioner license in Minnesota
• Required certification: Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing (WOCN)
• Demonstrated hands-on wound care experience required
• Experience with surgical PAs, wound care, and podiatry highly preferred
• Candidates with advanced wound care experience will be fast tracked
• Familiarity with UltraMist Wands and various skin graft materials is essential

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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