Night Shift Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to diagnose and treat patients in collaboration with physician colleagues. You will provide continuity of care, coordinate communication among care teams, patients and families, and support safe, cost-effective care in a hospital setting.

The role requires Maryland licensure, specialty certification, and relevant clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Master of Science Degree with completion of an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Registered and currently licensed with the Maryland Board of Examiners as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of Maryland.
• Certified in specialty area; DEA and CDS eligibility considered.
• CPR required; ACLS/BCLS as required for inpatient work.
• Minimum of one year experience as a registered nurse.

Responsibilities

• Provides day-to-day organizational and clinical direction and leadership of the healthcare provider team.
• Performs comprehensive history and physical assessments for patients.
• Orders, obtains and interprets diagnostic tests; establishes medical diagnoses.
• Designs and documents treatment plans including medications.
• Initiates referrals and collaborates with the care team for admissions, discharges and transfers.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and ensures patient safety and quality outcomes.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

MS in Acute Care NP or PA

Job description

University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to diagnose and treat patients in collaboration with physician colleagues. You will provide continuity of care, coordinate communication among care teams, patients and families, and support safe, cost-effective care in a hospital setting.

The role requires Maryland licensure, specialty certification, and relevant clinical experience.