Critical Care NP/PA — High-Acuity IMC Role

University of Maryland Medical System; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (health)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tail malpractice coverage

Paid time off

CME leave and CME allowance

403B retirement plan with employer un?

Loan repayment consultation

Job summary

UM Upper Chesapeake Health (UMUCH), part of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), has a full-time opening for a Critical Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in Bel Air, MD.

The APP will treat hospital-based patients in the IMC, with occasional ICU coverage, as part of a dedicated critical care team. Acute care certification and Maryland licensure are required, with on-site physician support for procedures.

Qualifications

• Master of Science degree with completion of an approved nurse practitioner or physician assistant program.
• National certification in the area specialty and licensed by the Maryland Board of Nursing (NP) or equivalent for PA.
• NPI number, DEA and CDS required.
• Credentialing through the Maryland Board and UMMS health system.

Responsibilities

• Manage and treat hospital-based patients, predominantly in the IMC and occasionally in the ICU.
• Be a member of the critical care team focusing on high-acuity IMC patients.
• Handle various procedural skills with on-site physician backup (central lines, intubations).
• Maintain high standards of patient care and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Acute care certification

Critical care experience

Independence

Crisis management

Communication skills

Education

MS degree in NP/PA program

Job description

UM Upper Chesapeake Health (UMUCH), part of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), has a full-time opening for a Critical Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in Bel Air, MD.

The APP will treat hospital-based patients in the IMC, with occasional ICU coverage, as part of a dedicated critical care team. Acute care certification and Maryland licensure are required, with on-site physician support for procedures.