Nurse Practitioner - Family Medicine (Behavioral Medicine Clinic)

Meritus Health • Hagerstown, MD

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Nurse Practitioner in a Family Medicine Behavioral Medicine Clinic. The role involves providing medical management for patients aged 8 and older, excluding psychiatric care. Responsibilities include completing History & Physicals, providing medical consults to psychiatrists, conducting follow-ups for chronic conditions, and independently interpreting EKGs. The average daily patient volume is approximately 15, plus lab reviews and EKG interpretation. Procedures are minimal, including occasional cerumen removal and wound care.

Requirements

• Masters in Nursing required
• Completion of a Certified Nurse Practitioner program
• Five years’ experience as a Registered Nurse
• License to practice as Nurse Practitioner in the State of Maryland required
• Current DEA Registration and CDS permit required
• Current BLS (CPR) in compliance with policy required
• ACLS and PALS (if applicable) in compliance with policy required
• Demonstrates critical thinking, extensive clinical competence and expertise
• Demonstrated ability to work well with all disciplines at all levels
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Will have EHR computer access

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate Degree in Nursing Preferred
• One-year experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred
• Fluency in coding, ICD-10 and CPT, or commitment to acquire

Responsibilities

• Complete History & Physicals (H&Ps) for all new admissions within 24 hours
• Provide medical consults upon request from attending psychiatrists
• Conduct follow-ups for chronic conditions and lab value reviews
• Independently read EKGs

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Free financial planning sessions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level