Acute Care Emergency Surgery Advanced Practice Provider, Day position

University of Maryland Medical System; Largo (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital Region Health is seeking an experienced Acute Care Emergency Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) in Largo, Maryland. This full‑time day position supports trauma, acute care surgery, and critically ill patients, with opportunities to assist across multiple surgical services and cross‑training across APP lines.

You will work in a collaborative, physician‑led environment with strong mentorship and leadership development, covering trauma and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and graduation from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program with NCCPA certification and Maryland licensure.
• ATLS certification required (or may be obtained after hire); BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive care to critically ill surgical patients.
• Obtain histories, perform exams, and coordinate multidisciplinary patient care.
• Round daily and manage trauma and acute surgical patients throughout hospitalization.
• First assist in the operating room and perform advanced procedures as credentialed.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and patient safety goals.

Skills

Communication

Clinical judgement

Teamwork

Decision making

Education

ARC-PA accredited PA program

Maryland PA license with NCCPA

Job description

Job Requirements Capital Region Health is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Acute Care Emergency Surgery (ACES) Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our growing surgical services team in Largo, Maryland.This full-time day position offers an exciting opportunity to practice in a dynamic environment providing care for trauma, acute care surgery, and critically ill surgical patients. As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will work alongside surgeons, intensivists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.In addition to supporting the ACES service, providers may assist with urology, plastic surgery, vascular surgery, and thoracic surgery services as needed. Comprehensive training will be provided to ensure competency across all aspects of the ACES team, with opportunities for cross-training and coverage across additional APP service lines.

Position Highlights

Primarily scheduled for 11-hour day shiftsManage trauma and acute care surgery patients across the continuum of careOpportunity to perform advanced bedside proceduresFirst assist in the operating roomCross-training opportunities with additional surgical specialtiesCollaborative, physician-led environmentStrong commitment to professional growth, mentorship, and leadership development

Key Responsibilities

In collaboration with the physician care team, the Advanced Practice Provider will:Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive healthcare services to critically ill and surgical patientsObtain comprehensive patient histories and perform physical examinationsConduct daily rounds and coordinate multidisciplinary patient careOrder, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic testing and imaging studiesFormulate diagnoses and implement treatment plansManage trauma and acute surgical patients throughout hospitalizationCommunicate effectively with attending physicians, consulting services, nursing staff, patients, and familiesPerform advanced procedures within approved privileges, including:Central venous catheter placementChest tube insertionAdditional trauma and surgical procedures as credentialedProvide patient and family education regarding treatment plans and recovery expectationsFirst assist in the operating roomIdentify and communicate patient safety concerns and process improvement opportunitiesSupport quality improvement initiatives and organizational patient safety goals

Essential Skills and Competencies

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:Exceptional verbal and written communication skillsStrong clinical judgment and critical thinking abilitiesAbility to prioritize and manage multiple complex patients simultaneouslyConfidence working independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teamsExcellence in crisis management and rapid decision-makingStrong organizational skills and attention to detailCommitment to quality improvement and patient safetyAbility to build effective working relationships across departmentsProfessionalism, accountability, and dedication to compassionate patient care

Leadership and Development

The APP will:Participate in APP Council meetings and service-line specific meetingsAttend organizational educational programs and professional development activitiesEngage in leadership opportunities, committee participation, and mentorship initiativesSupport the education and training of APP colleagues, students, residents, and other learnersParticipate in ongoing APP educational programs and specialty training opportunities

Commitment to Quality and Patient Safety

As a member of Capital Region Health, you will:Support High Reliability Organization principlesPromote patient safety and zero-harm initiativesContribute to a culture of professionalism, teamwork, and mutual respectConsistently follow organizational policies, procedures, and clinical standardsIdentify and report potential risks related to processes, procedures, and patient careMaintain procedure complication rates below national benchmarksDeliver exceptional, evidence-based patient care

Minimum Qualifications

RequiredBachelor's degree and graduation from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program with current NCCPA certification and Maryland licensureORCurrent certification and licensure to practice as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in MarylandAdditionally:Credentialing through the University of Maryland Capital Region Health Medical Staff OfficeCurrent BLS and ACLS certificationsATLS certification required (may be obtained after hire)Participation in approved continuing medical education programsPreferred:Minimum of one year of surgical, trauma, emergency medicine, critical care, or acute care experienceContinuing Education Requirements: Complete a minimum of 50 Category I CME hours every two yearsComplete 32 hours of trauma-related CMEMaintain competency in trauma, acute care surgery, and related surgical subspecialtiesAdhere to Maryland Board of Physicians or Maryland Board of Nursing standards and approved procedural protocols

Why Capital Region Health?

At Capital Region Health, you will join a mission-driven organization dedicated to delivering exceptional care through innovation, collaboration, and clinical excellence. We invest in our providers through ongoing education, leadership development, and opportunities for career advancement.

Our culture is built upon

Patient Safety and Zero HarmClinical ExcellenceProfessional GrowthCollaboration and RespectInnovation and Continuous ImprovementHigh Reliability Organization Principles

Compensation

Salary is competitive and commensurate with clinical experience.
Please review 2026-2027 UMMS Benefits Guide.pdf

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