Pediatric or Family Nurse practitioner

Xpress Pediatrics; Kensington (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Xpress Pediatrics in Kensington, MD is seeking a passionate Nurse Practitioner to join our pediatric care team. The successful candidate will provide primary and urgent pediatric care, including well-child visits, sick visits, and care coordination.

Requires MD NP license in Maryland, MSN/DNP with pediatric focus, and BLS/CPR. Preference for PNP/FNP certification and prior pediatric experience; strong communication and teamwork a must.

Qualifications

• Active Maryland NP license required.
• MSN or DNP with focus in Pediatrics or Family Practice.
• PNP or FNP certification preferred.
• Prior pediatric clinical experience preferred.
• BLS/CPR certification required; PALS a plus.
• Strong communication skills with children and families.
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care including well-child visits, acute illness evaluations, and follow-up appointments.
• Diagnose and treat pediatric conditions across ages from newborns to adolescents.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging as appropriate.
• Prescribe medications and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Educate families on preventive care and disease management.
• Collaborate with physicians and care team to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EHR.

Skills

Communication skills

Pediatric care experience

EHR documentation

High-volume environment

Education

MSN or DNP in Pediatrics or Family Practice

Active MD NP license in Maryland

Tools

EHR systems

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

About the Role:

Xpress Pediatrics in Kensington, MD is looking for a passionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner with at least 1 year General pediatric or pediatric urgent care experience to join our dedicated care team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families in our community. If you thrive in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care including well-child visits, acute illness evaluations, and follow-up appointments
• Diagnose and treat common pediatric conditions across all age groups from newborns to adolescents
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging as clinically appropriate
• Prescribe medications and develop individualized treatment plans
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance, preventive care, and disease management
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and care team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)

Requirements:

• Active Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in the state of Maryland
• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing (MSN or DNP) with a focus in Pediatrics or Family Practice
• Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification preferred
• Prior clinical experience in a pediatric setting strongly preferred
• BLS/CPR certification required; PALS certification a plus
• Strong communication skills with the ability to connect with children and their families
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced clinical environment

About Us:

Xpress Pediatrics is a trusted pediatric care provider serving the Kensington, MD community with a commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate healthcare for children of all ages. Families love us for our accessible, efficient care and our warm, child-friendly environment. Our team members enjoy a supportive workplace culture where clinical excellence and work-life balance are both valued priorities.