Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist (Day)

Meritus Health

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Working independently and in collaboration with Physicians, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible to deliver care and integrate patient services with the goal of achieving specific clinical, financial and satisfaction outcomes for specific patient populations and disease processes. The NP coordinates with the patient's healthcare team, adheres to ethical principles of practice as defined by the Nurse Practice Act and the ANA code of ethics for nurses. The role involves delivering healthcare in a therapeutic and professional manner, demonstrating sensitivity towards unique patient/significant other needs, and preserving and protecting the patient's autonomy, dignity, rights, values, and beliefs. The NP also demonstrates the ability to advocate for the patient/significant other.

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.
For Wound Center only, ACLS 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.
Fluency in coding, ICD-10 and CPT, or commitment to acquire.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate Degree in Nursing Preferred.
One year experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver care and integrate patient services with the goal of achieving specific clinical, financial and satisfaction outcomes for specific patient populations and disease processes.
Coordinate with patient's healthcare team.
Adhere to ethical principles of practice as defined by the Nurse Practice Act and the ANA code of ethics for nurses.
Deliver healthcare in a therapeutic and professional manner demonstrating sensitivity towards unique patient/significant other needs.
Preserve and protect the patient's autonomy, dignity, rights, values, and beliefs.
Demonstrate the ability to advocate for the patient/significant other.