Pediatric ICU NP/PA: Lead in Critical Care

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is hiring a Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our PICU team. This is a full-time position with a rotating schedule.

Our Pediatric Critical Care Division includes the PICU and PCICU, a 19-bed unit providing multidisciplinary critical care for young patients with complex illnesses. New grads with PICU RN experience are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Master of Science Degree with completion of an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• CPR required.
• ACLS/BCLS as required for inpatient work.
• A minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse is required.
• Ability to promote professionalism through involvement in professional organizations, teaching, research, and/or certification in area of specialty.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact with patient families and healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric acute care in the PICU, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and allied staff.
• Participate in high-quality patient care, safety, and family-centered initiatives.
• Maintain up-to-date clinical competencies and hospital-required training.

Education

Master of Science in Acute Care NP or PA program

Job description

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is hiring a Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our PICU team. This is a full-time position with a rotating schedule.

Our Pediatric Critical Care Division includes the PICU and PCICU, a 19-bed unit providing multidisciplinary critical care for young patients with complex illnesses. New grads with PICU RN experience are welcome to apply.