Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care (PRN)

Meritus Health • Hagerstown, MD

113d • Onsite

About The Position

Meritus Health is seeking an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner to join their growing Urgent Care team. This is a fast-paced, patient-centered role where you will provide high-quality care for acute walk-in conditions while performing minor procedures such as suturing, fracture care/splinting, and incision & drainage (I&D). The ideal candidate is a confident, skilled clinician who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about compassionate, evidence-based care.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Nursing required; Doctorate in Nursing preferred.
• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Five years of experience as a Registered Nurse
• One year of experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred.
• Active Maryland Nurse Practitioner license
• Current DEA registration and CDS permit
• Current BLS (AHA) required
• ACLS required (PALS if applicable).
• Strong critical thinking and clinical competence
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across all disciplines
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficiency in coding (ICD-10 & CPT) or commitment to learn
• Knowledge of case management and managed care.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate in Nursing preferred.
• One year of experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred.
• PALS if applicable.
• Proficiency in coding (ICD-10 & CPT) or commitment to learn.

Responsibilities

• Manage a wide variety of acute urgent care cases
• Perform minor office procedures including suturing, splinting, and I&D
• Deliver empathetic, respectful, and responsive patient care
• Utilize evidence-based practices and advanced technology
• Collaborate with patients and the care team to support informed decision-making
• Maintain accurate documentation and proficiency in EHR (EPIC preferred)

What This Job Offers

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