Nurse Practitioner-Pediatrics
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- Job Title: Pediatric Inpatient Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner
- Location: Meritus Health Hagerstown MD
- Schedule: Full Time 7on/7off Varied
- Salary: Competitive salary according to years of experience.
- Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including health dental vision retirement plans paid time off CME allowance malpractice insurance and more.
About Us:
Meritus Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care in our community. Our pediatric department is dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive care to children and their families.
Upcoming Medical School and Residency Programs: The Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine is set to launch in the summer of 2025 offering a promising growth for our organization. Meritus is also developing new residency programs in the upcoming years with plenty of teaching opportunities.
Why Hagerstown:
Discover a myriad of experiences in one of the two fastestgrowing counties in Maryland Washington County where diversity thrives. Explore the rich history of the crossroads of the Civil War or embark on outdoor adventures along the Appalachian Trail and numerous national and state parks. Enjoy cultural attractions such as the Maryland Theater home of the Maryland Symphony Orchestra and easy access to nearby urban centers like Baltimore and Washington DC.
Strength Through Diversity:
Meritus Health believes in strength through diversity equity and inclusion. We share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care. Meritus Health promotes practices to allow opportunities for all to create joy at work and reach their potential.
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team at Meritus Health. As a Pediatric NP you will play a crucial role in providing highquality healthcare services to pediatric patients in inpatient setting. You will work collaboratively with physicians nurses and other healthcare professionals to deliver patientcentered care and promote positive health outcomes for children and their families.
Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive health assessments of pediatric patients including physical examinations medical history review and diagnostic tests interpretation.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Prescribe medications and treatments according to established protocols and guidelines.
Provide patient and family education on preventive healthcare chronic disease management and wellness promotion.
Perform procedures such as wound care injections and minor surgical interventions as needed.
Collaborate with specialists and other healthcare providers to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
Document patient care activities accurately and timely in electronic health records.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical research projects to enhance patient care and outcomes.
Maintain current knowledge of pediatric healthcare practices trends and advancements through continuing education and professional development activities.
Qualifications:
Masters degree in Nursing with a specialization in Pediatrics.
Current certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) from an accredited program.
Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority.
Clinical experience in pediatric healthcare settings preferred.
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Commitment to providing compassionate care to pediatric patients and their families.
Caring for Our Team
- Meritus offers a comprehensive affordable and teammember focused benefits package. Health dental and vision insurance is offered on the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all team members hired to work at least 16 hours per week and offer multiple plans to best meet your needs.
- Life insurance shortterm disability and longterm disability are offered at no cost to eligible team members.
- Meritus offers a robust Paid Time Off and eligible team members begin accruing day 1 of employment.
- Our 401k retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and provides a meaningful employer match. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions.
- Going back to school We have a tremendous education assistance program to support your education goals and a nocost
- Employee Assistance Program to help you manage stress mental health eldercare issues and the challenges of worklife balance.
- Evening night and weekend shifts may be eligible for shift differential.
Strength Through Diversity
- Meritus Health believes that diversity equity and inclusion are key drivers for excellence. We share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care. When you join us you become a part of Meritus Health and we expect a record of achievement and advancement as we meet our mission.
- Our commitment to equity in all aspects of patient care delivery education and research to promote policies and practices to allow opportunities for all to create joy at work and reach their potential.
Happy to Help
- At Meritus we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn listen and to be there for one another. Therefore we provide warm welcomes hospitalitydriven closures and are always Happy to Help.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about pediatric healthcare and are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of children and families we invite you to apply for this position. Please submit your resume and cover letter to
Meritus Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. We celebrate the strengths and talents of our team members and strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all.
Employment Type
Full-Time
