Sr. Nurse Practitioner - Midtown Campus - Part time - Up to 19 hours per week

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

The University of Maryland Midtown Campus is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner to join its Emergency Department team. Under general supervision and in collaboration with physician colleagues and an interdisciplinary care team, the Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals with acute and emergent conditions.

The role supports continuity of care by coordinating communication among the health care team, patients, and families. It coordinates care to promote quality and cost effectiveness, appropriate length of stay, and patient safety, and integrates relevant research and best practices into care.

Requirements

• Master of Science degree and completion of a primary care Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current registration and recording with the Maryland Board of Examiners of Nurses and certification as a Nurse Practitioner in Maryland.
• Certification in the area of specialty.
• Written agreement with a physician, signed by both the physician and Nurse Practitioner, and written approval by the Joint Committee for Nurse Practitioners pursuant to COMAR 10.27.07.06A.
• DEA and CDS eligibility.
• CPR certification and BLS certification; ACLS and/or other relevant certifications as required by the department.
• Three years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Ability to promote professionalism through involvement in professional organizations, teaching, research, publishing, and/or certification in the area of specialty.
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient populations served.
• Knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan and ability to assess patient data in relation to population-specific and age-specific needs.
• Highly effective verbal and written communication skills for interaction with patient families, departmental units, and medical and nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to patients with acute and emergent conditions.
• Facilitate and coordinate communication among the health care team, patients, and patients’ families to support continuity of care.
• Coordinate care to promote quality, cost effectiveness, appropriate length of stay, and patient safety.
• Integrate relevant research and best practices into care.
• Maintain updated mandatory training.
• Keep immunizations current as recommended for the practice area.

Benefits

• The company offers a total rewards package supporting employees' health, life, career, and retirement; further details are available through the referenced employee benefits page.

What This Job Offers

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