University of Maryland Medical System·Charles County, Maryland
The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive healthcare services, including medical examinations, diagnoses, and treatment plans for a designated patient population. They collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes and continuity of care.
Under limited supervision and in collaboration with the medical staff, the Nurse Practitioner provides advanced, comprehensive healthcare services to a designated patient population. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while adhering to established nursing and medical standards. The Nurse Practitioner collaborates closely with physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities Patient Assessment and Care Perform comprehensive medical examinations, evaluations, diagnoses, treatment, follow-up care, consultations, and health education appropriate to the patient's age and condition.
Obtain detailed patient histories and develop individualized plans of care while ensuring accurate and complete documentation.
Order, perform, and interpret appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests.
Develop, implement, and document treatment plans, including prescribing medications based on a thorough review of patient history and diagnostic findings.
Provide medical care to ill and injured patients in accordance with accepted standards of practice.
Care Coordination and Communication Collaborate with physicians, primary care providers, referring providers, nursing staff, case managers, and other healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care.
Communicate treatment plans and health information effectively to patients and their families.
Provide education regarding disease processes, medications, treatment plans, and health maintenance strategies.
Initiate consultation and coordinate with other healthcare providers as necessary to optimize patient outcomes.
Documentation and Quality Care Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, treatments, laboratory and radiographic results, and clinical findings.
Evaluate patient outcomes and collaborate with the healthcare team to modify care plans as needed.
Protect the privacy and confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
Promote patient safety and provide evidence-based care that supports quality outcomes.
Education Master of Science degree with completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program required. Licensure and Certifications Current Nurse Practitioner license in the state of practice required. Current Registered Nurse license in the state of practice required. Current BLS certification, or the ability to obtain certification prior to providing direct patient care, required. DEA and CDS eligibility required. Experience Previous Nurse Practitioner experience preferred, but new graduates are encouraged to apply.
Join our team and make a meaningful difference by delivering exceptional care and improving the health of the communities we serve.
All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Market context
In Maryland, advanced-practice openings in trauma, critical care, and acute surgery tend to draw steady interest because hospitals need clinicians who can step into high-acuity settings with minimal ramp-up. These roles are competitive when employers want a master’s-prepared nurse practitioner with active Maryland licensure, recent specialty experience, and current BLS and ACLS credentials. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm fit against the original job description, then tailor your application to highlight your most relevant acute-care experience.
