Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care (PRN)

Meritus Health External • Hagerstown, MD

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Meritus Health is actively seeking an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner to join their growing Urgent Care team. This is a fast-paced, patient-centered role focused on providing high-quality care for acute walk-in conditions and 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. Meritus Health fosters a collaborative and caring environment where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, listen, and support one another, living by the motto: Happy to Help.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Nursing required
• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Five years of experience as a Registered Nurse
• 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
• Proficiency in EHR (EPIC preferred)

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)

Benefits

• Exciting teaching and professional development opportunities
• New residency programs coming soon

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees