School-Based Nurse Practitioner — Community Health Advocate

Lightyear Outpatient Care Center; Waldorf (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Support

Job summary

Lightyear Outpatient Care Center in Waldorf, Maryland seeks a dedicated Nurse Practitioner for our onsite school-based team. This full-time role offers regular hours with occasional evenings and weekend events to support community health.

You will perform health assessments, manage acute and chronic conditions, coordinate referrals, and provide preventive care and health education to underserved students and families, in collaboration with schools and partners.

Qualifications

• Current Nurse Practitioner certification and Maryland nursing license required.
• Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited program essential.
• Minimum of three years of clinical experience in community settings/public health.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for effective collaboration with diverse populations.
• Commitment to social justice and health equity in serving underserved communities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and screenings for individuals and families.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions; provide preventive care.
• Coordinate referrals and follow-up care to ensure continuity of services.
• Collaborate with community organizations to design and implement health education programs.
• Maintain accurate medical records in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Engage in school-based outreach events and health fairs as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Cultural competency

Education

Master's degree in nursing

Job description

Lightyear Outpatient Care Center in Waldorf, Maryland seeks a dedicated Nurse Practitioner for our onsite school-based team. This full-time role offers regular hours with occasional evenings and weekend events to support community health.

You will perform health assessments, manage acute and chronic conditions, coordinate referrals, and provide preventive care and health education to underserved students and families, in collaboration with schools and partners.