Advanced Practice Professional (NP or PA)-Full-time - Rapid Care - Berkeley Springs

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals Berkeley Springs, WV

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position. The West Virginia University Health System, the state’s largest health system and largest private employer, comprises 18 hospitals throughout the state and bordering states. In addition, it includes five institutes, as well as providing management services for other local hospitals through affiliate agreements. Whether you are caring for our patients at one of the critical access hospitals, community sites, regional or academic medical centers, we are all one WVU Health System. Work Here. Thrive Here. Additional Job Description: West Virginia University School of Medicine - Eastern Division seeks a Rapid Care Advanced Practice Professional (NP or PA) to join our Rapid Care team in our Berkeley Springs, WV clinic. Berkeley Springs, WV is in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia is about an 1 1/2 to 2 hours from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, MD close to 3 international airports. A rural atmosphere and a lower cost of living mixed with the easy accessibility to the Washington DC / Baltimore areas make the Eastern Panhandle an ideal place in which to live. While Berkeley County is among the fastest growing counties in the state, there is little congestion and traffic. In recent years, a steady influx of urban professionals from nearby Washington, DC and Baltimore, Maryland have contributed to the growth of local telecommuting and high-tech industries. The Eastern Panhandle is growing and changing – and we are too. Practice medicine with the right people, for the right reasons. Today, the WVU Health System has more than 2,400 licensed beds, 3,900 providers, and nearly 30,000 employees. Anchored by a 700-bed academic medical center in Morgantown, the Health System includes more than 20 member hospitals that collectively serve a multi-state region that includes West Virginia, Western Maryland, Eastern Ohio, and Southwestern Pennsylvania. To learn more, visit MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR NURSE PRACTITIONER: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Graduate of a CCNE accredited nursing program with Master’s Degree in Nursing. 2. National Certification by one of the recognized APRN Certification Centers 3. Licensure or eligibility for licensure, as a professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in West Virginia. 4. American Heart Association BLS, ACLS and ATLS certification required. EXPERIENCE: 1. Acute care or emergency medicine experience preferred. 2. Eligible new graduates will be considered. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. ACNP or FNP considered. 2. American Heart Association PALs certification is encouraged. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree as a Medical/Surgical (as applicable) Physician Assistant required. 2. Graduate of an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant (PA) training program required. POSITION SUMMARY: The Advanced Practice Professional (APP) has coordination and clinical skills required for the comprehensive management of emergency medicine patients, (including biological, social and psychological assessments). The APP coordinates involvement of medical/surgical specialty teams necessary to develop a comprehensive plan for the patient, and reviews the plan of care with the other members of the clinical team, participates in directing that care, performs diagnostic/therapeutic procedures and coordinates discharge planning/follow-up (as applicable). The APP participates in the education of residents and medical/nursing students. Provide healthcare services consistent with state law and the requirements of the professional licensing or certification authority and/or hospital privileges, where applicable. Such service may include, but are not limited to. 3. Certification by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants required. 4. Must be licensed or eligible for licensure by the WV Board of Medicine or WV Board of Osteopathic Medicine. 5. American Heart Association BLS, ACLS and ATLS certification required. EXPERIENCE: 1. Acute care or emergency medicine experience preferred. 2. Eligible new graduates will be considered. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Masters level education as Medical/Surgical (as applicable) Physician Assistant preferred. 2. American Heart Association PALs certification is encouraged. CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Manages comprehensive and individualized care for emergency medicine patients and their families in the DEM and immediate post discharge in the ambulatory setting. Coordinates hospitalization if necessary. 2. Completes pre-procedure evaluations. 3. Completes integrated assessments. 4. With the collaboration of emergency medicine faculty or by following established clinical Guidelines and Protocols, orders additional tests or consults as deemed appropriate. 5. Performs and communicates results of diagnostic tests following established clinical guidelines and scope of practice. 6. Consults and communicates with DEM clinic and hospital staff regarding abnormal findings in the evaluations of patients. 7. Performs succinct comprehensive clinical evaluations and documents findings in medical record. 8. Facilitates patient DEM discharge by coordinating appropriate services and tests prior to discharge necessary for outpatient follow-up appointments in the clinic (as applicable). 9. Develops a comprehensive individualized plan of care for emergency medicine patients, which includes teaching, discharge planning and necessary referral to other members of the health care team or admission as necessary. 10. Demonstrates expertise in caring for patients across the age continuum of their educational experience and certification. 11. Identifies unstable or complex emergency medicine patient care situations and facilitates appropriate intervention in the DEM setting. 12. Recognizes emergency situations and initiates effective emergency care. 13. Evaluates emergency medicine patients and serves as a coordinator for follow up procedures and tests in the ambulatory setting or upon admission (as applicable). 14. Assists in the collection of outcome measures (as applicable). 15. Demonstrates critical thinking and diagnostic reasoning skills in clinical decision making by the identification, evaluation and management of the individual needs of patients/families. 16. Demonstrates the ability to utilize equipment in a safe manner. 17. Bases decisions made/actions taken on the relevant scientific principles, established standards of care and/or research findings. 18. Utilizes teaching/learning theory and appropriate teaching strategies in the provision of education to nursing staff, hospital staff, students, patients, families and the community. 19. Promotes an environment that facilitates learning by responding to appropriate patient/family preferences, priorities and readiness to learn. 20. Updates own knowledge base throughout the year. 21. Completes all identified clinical competencies. 22. Serves as a resource person for staff caring for the emergency medicine patient. 23. Provides educational programs to professional and paraprofessional personnel in area of expertise. 24. Participates in community programs, distribution of literature, as appropriate in area of expertise. 25. Documents the plan of care, interventions and evaluations in a clear and concise manner for every patient visit in the patient’s medical record following approved hospital/UHA policies and compliance standards for documentation. 26. Collaborates with other leaders and staff to effectively achieve patient outcome based improvements in care. 27. Provides leadership in the development and implantation of changes in the emergency medicine practice that positively impact patient outcomes. 28. Works collaboratively with medical and nursing staff to facilitate creative problem solving and provide professional support. 29. Participates and initiates inter-disciplinary approaches to patient care, program development and education. Serves as a professional role model. 30. Promotes and practices innovation of the expanded role in the delivery of care to emergency medicine patients and families throughout the inpatient hospitalization, and the ambulatory setting. 31. Participates and provides leadership for committees and task forces. 32. Documents hours and submits billing reports, as appropriate. 33. Reviews and interprets emergency medicine data from sources such as patient registries, clinical and financial reports, length of stay, access to care, and cost per case reports and recommends/implements changes as necessary. 34. Participates in clinical trials and research studies with the Principal Investigator. 35. Assists emergency medicine Faculty, Administrators and Directors in the collection of outcome measures. 36. Other duties/projects as assigned. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Heavy/Hard Work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, positioning of patients, standing, walking, and carrying of patients, materials and equipment weighting 40+ pounds. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Working closely with others. 2. Protracted or irregular hours. 3. Working around biohazards. 4. Working around infectious diseases. 5. Working with or near the deceased. 6. Working with hands in water. 7. Electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Proficiency with computers. 2. Strong communication skills. Please reach out to Brandan Oinonen, Senior Physician-Provider Recruiter at brandan.oinonen@wvumedicine.org with any questions. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Exempt) Company: UHA University Health Associates Cost Center: 8413 UHAE Rapid Care Berkeley Springs Address: 77 Cavendish Drive Berkeley Springs West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer University Health Associates and its subsidiaries (collectively "UHA") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. UHA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All UHA employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Advanced Practice Professional (NP or PA)-Full-time - Rapid Care - Berkeley Springs

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals Berkeley Springs, WV

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position. The West Virginia University Health System, the state’s largest health system and largest private employer, comprises 18 hospitals throughout the state and bordering states. In addition, it includes five institutes, as well as providing management services for other local hospitals through affiliate agreements. Whether you are caring for our patients at one of the critical access hospitals, community sites, regional or academic medical centers, we are all one WVU Health System. Work Here. Thrive Here. Additional Job Description: West Virginia University School of Medicine - Eastern Division seeks a Rapid Care Advanced Practice Professional (NP or PA) to join our Rapid Care team in our Berkeley Springs, WV clinic. Berkeley Springs, WV is in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia is about an 1 1/2 to 2 hours from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, MD close to 3 international airports. A rural atmosphere and a lower cost of living mixed with the easy accessibility to the Washington DC / Baltimore areas make the Eastern Panhandle an ideal place in which to live. While Berkeley County is among the fastest growing counties in the state, there is little congestion and traffic. In recent years, a steady influx of urban professionals from nearby Washington, DC and Baltimore, Maryland have contributed to the growth of local telecommuting and high-tech industries. The Eastern Panhandle is growing and changing – and we are too. Practice medicine with the right people, for the right reasons. Today, the WVU Health System has more than 2,400 licensed beds, 3,900 providers, and nearly 30,000 employees. Anchored by a 700-bed academic medical center in Morgantown, the Health System includes more than 20 member hospitals that collectively serve a multi-state region that includes West Virginia, Western Maryland, Eastern Ohio, and Southwestern Pennsylvania. To learn more, visit MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR NURSE PRACTITIONER: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Graduate of a CCNE accredited nursing program with Master’s Degree in Nursing. 2. National Certification by one of the recognized APRN Certification Centers 3. Licensure or eligibility for licensure, as a professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in West Virginia. 4. American Heart Association BLS, ACLS and ATLS certification required. EXPERIENCE: 1. Acute care or emergency medicine experience preferred. 2. Eligible new graduates will be considered. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. ACNP or FNP considered. 2. American Heart Association PALs certification is encouraged. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree as a Medical/Surgical (as applicable) Physician Assistant required. 2. Graduate of an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant (PA) training program required. POSITION SUMMARY: The Advanced Practice Professional (APP) has coordination and clinical skills required for the comprehensive management of emergency medicine patients, (including biological, social and psychological assessments). The APP coordinates involvement of medical/surgical specialty teams necessary to develop a comprehensive plan for the patient, and reviews the plan of care with the other members of the clinical team, participates in directing that care, performs diagnostic/therapeutic procedures and coordinates discharge planning/follow-up (as applicable). The APP participates in the education of residents and medical/nursing students. Provide healthcare services consistent with state law and the requirements of the professional licensing or certification authority and/or hospital privileges, where applicable. Such service may include, but are not limited to. 3. Certification by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants required. 4. Must be licensed or eligible for licensure by the WV Board of Medicine or WV Board of Osteopathic Medicine. 5. American Heart Association BLS, ACLS and ATLS certification required. EXPERIENCE: 1. Acute care or emergency medicine experience preferred. 2. Eligible new graduates will be considered. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Masters level education as Medical/Surgical (as applicable) Physician Assistant preferred. 2. American Heart Association PALs certification is encouraged. CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Manages comprehensive and individualized care for emergency medicine patients and their families in the DEM and immediate post discharge in the ambulatory setting. Coordinates hospitalization if necessary. 2. Completes pre-procedure evaluations. 3. Completes integrated assessments. 4. With the collaboration of emergency medicine faculty or by following established clinical Guidelines and Protocols, orders additional tests or consults as deemed appropriate. 5. Performs and communicates results of diagnostic tests following established clinical guidelines and scope of practice. 6. Consults and communicates with DEM clinic and hospital staff regarding abnormal findings in the evaluations of patients. 7. Performs succinct comprehensive clinical evaluations and documents findings in medical record. 8. Facilitates patient DEM discharge by coordinating appropriate services and tests prior to discharge necessary for outpatient follow-up appointments in the clinic (as applicable). 9. Develops a comprehensive individualized plan of care for emergency medicine patients, which includes teaching, discharge planning and necessary referral to other members of the health care team or admission as necessary. 10. Demonstrates expertise in caring for patients across the age continuum of their educational experience and certification. 11. Identifies unstable or complex emergency medicine patient care situations and facilitates appropriate intervention in the DEM setting. 12. Recognizes emergency situations and initiates effective emergency care. 13. Evaluates emergency medicine patients and serves as a coordinator for follow up procedures and tests in the ambulatory setting or upon admission (as applicable). 14. Assists in the collection of outcome measures (as applicable). 15. Demonstrates critical thinking and diagnostic reasoning skills in clinical decision making by the identification, evaluation and management of the individual needs of patients/families. 16. Demonstrates the ability to utilize equipment in a safe manner. 17. Bases decisions made/actions taken on the relevant scientific principles, established standards of care and/or research findings. 18. Utilizes teaching/learning theory and appropriate teaching strategies in the provision of education to nursing staff, hospital staff, students, patients, families and the community. 19. Promotes an environment that facilitates learning by responding to appropriate patient/family preferences, priorities and readiness to learn. 20. Updates own knowledge base throughout the year. 21. Completes all identified clinical competencies. 22. Serves as a resource person for staff caring for the emergency medicine patient. 23. Provides educational programs to professional and paraprofessional personnel in area of expertise. 24. Participates in community programs, distribution of literature, as appropriate in area of expertise. 25. Documents the plan of care, interventions and evaluations in a clear and concise manner for every patient visit in the patient’s medical record following approved hospital/UHA policies and compliance standards for documentation. 26. Collaborates with other leaders and staff to effectively achieve patient outcome based improvements in care. 27. Provides leadership in the development and implantation of changes in the emergency medicine practice that positively impact patient outcomes. 28. Works collaboratively with medical and nursing staff to facilitate creative problem solving and provide professional support. 29. Participates and initiates inter-disciplinary approaches to patient care, program development and education. Serves as a professional role model. 30. Promotes and practices innovation of the expanded role in the delivery of care to emergency medicine patients and families throughout the inpatient hospitalization, and the ambulatory setting. 31. Participates and provides leadership for committees and task forces. 32. Documents hours and submits billing reports, as appropriate. 33. Reviews and interprets emergency medicine data from sources such as patient registries, clinical and financial reports, length of stay, access to care, and cost per case reports and recommends/implements changes as necessary. 34. Participates in clinical trials and research studies with the Principal Investigator. 35. Assists emergency medicine Faculty, Administrators and Directors in the collection of outcome measures. 36. Other duties/projects as assigned. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Heavy/Hard Work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, positioning of patients, standing, walking, and carrying of patients, materials and equipment weighting 40+ pounds. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Working closely with others. 2. Protracted or irregular hours. 3. Working around biohazards. 4. Working around infectious diseases. 5. Working with or near the deceased. 6. Working with hands in water. 7. Electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Proficiency with computers. 2. Strong communication skills. Please reach out to Brandan Oinonen, Senior Physician-Provider Recruiter at brandan.oinonen@wvumedicine.org with any questions. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Exempt) Company: UHA University Health Associates Cost Center: 8413 UHAE Rapid Care Berkeley Springs Address: 77 Cavendish Drive Berkeley Springs West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer University Health Associates and its subsidiaries (collectively "UHA") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. UHA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All UHA employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Nurse Practitioner - Xpress Lane

Meritus Health Hagerstown, MD

Exciting Opportunity for a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner in Urgent Care at Meritus Health! 📍 Meritus Xpress Lane Clinic | Hagerstown, MD Full-Time | Evening & Weekend Schedule Meritus Health is seeking a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner to join our growing Urgent Care team at the Meritus Xpress Lane Clinic in Hagerstown, Maryland. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and clinically skilled Nurse Practitioner who enjoys a fast-paced, patient-centered environment and providing high-quality care when patients need it most. The Meritus Xpress Lane Clinic provides convenient after-hours care for patients with urgent illnesses and injuries. The clinic operates Monday through Friday from 5:00 PM–1:00 AM and Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 PM–8:00 PM , providing an important alternative to the emergency department for non-life-threatening conditions. Position Highlights Full-Time Nurse Practitioner opportunity Evening-focused Urgent Care practice Weekday hours: 5:00 PM–1:00 AM Weekend hours: 12:00 PM–8:00 PM Walk-in patient population with a broad range of acute illnesses and injuries Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients across the lifespan Perform common Urgent Care procedures, including: Suturing and laceration repair Fracture evaluation and splinting Incision and drainage (I&D) Treatment of sprains, strains, and other minor injuries Work collaboratively with physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, nurses, and clinical support staff Opportunity to provide meaningful care to patients during evening and weekend hours Clinical Practice As a Nurse Practitioner in Urgent Care, you will evaluate and manage patients presenting with a variety of acute medical conditions and minor injuries. Common conditions may include: Respiratory illnesses Sinus pressure and infections Sore throats Ear infections Fever Allergic reactions Rashes Pink eye Insect bites and stings Minor aches, sprains, and strains Lacerations and other minor injuries Mild-to-moderate asthma Minor fractures and other musculoskeletal injuries The Xpress Lane Clinic provides convenient walk-in care for patients who need medical attention outside traditional primary care hours. What You'll Do Perform comprehensive patient histories and physical examinations Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for acute illnesses and injuries Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic testing Prescribe medications and provide patient education Perform minor office-based procedures Provide fracture care and splinting Perform laceration repair and incision and drainage procedures Recognize conditions requiring a higher level of care and appropriately refer or transfer patients Document patient encounters accurately in the electronic health record Communicate effectively with patients and their families Collaborate with physicians and other members of the healthcare team Provide compassionate, evidence-based care while maintaining a positive patient experience Minimum Qualifications Education Master's degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program required. Doctorate in Nursing preferred. Experience One year of experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred. Urgent Care, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or other acute-care experience preferred. Licensure & Certification Current Nurse Practitioner license/authorization to practice in the State of Maryland required. Current national board certification as a Nurse Practitioner through an appropriate recognized certifying body required. Current DEA Registration required. Current CDS permit required. Current BLS/CPR certification in compliance with Meritus Health policy required. ACLS certification in compliance with Meritus Health policy required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills. Demonstrates clinical competence and the ability to independently evaluate and manage patients. Comfortable performing common Urgent Care procedures. Ability to work effectively with physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Knowledge of case management, outcomes management, and managed care. Proficiency with ICD-10 and CPT coding, or willingness to acquire proficiency. Proficiency with EPIC preferred. Comfortable using electronic health records and other clinical technology. Our Commitment to Patients At Meritus Health, our team is committed to providing exceptional care that is accessible, compassionate, and centered around the needs of our patients. Patient Experience We strive to provide empathetic, respectful, and responsive care during every patient interaction. Quality of Care Our providers utilize evidence-based practices and modern technology to deliver safe, effective care. Collaboration & Education We believe in working together with patients and colleagues to support informed healthcare decisions and positive outcomes. Why Join Meritus Health? Join a mission-driven health system with a strong commitment to the community. Practice in a growing healthcare organization with expanding clinical and educational opportunities. Work alongside experienced physicians and Advanced Practice Providers. Provide meaningful care to patients during evenings and weekends when traditional primary care may be unavailable. Enjoy a supportive and collaborative clinical environment. Opportunities for professional growth and continued development. Opportunities to participate in medical education and future residency programs. About Meritus Health Meritus Health is a growing healthcare system serving the Western Maryland community and surrounding region. Our organization is committed to expanding access to high-quality healthcare while creating opportunities for providers to grow professionally. Meritus is expanding its medical education and residency programs, creating opportunities for providers interested in teaching and participating in the development of future healthcare professionals. Why Hagerstown? Located in Washington County, Maryland, Hagerstown offers the advantages of a growing community with easy access to major metropolitan areas. Residents enjoy: Proximity to Baltimore and Washington, DC Appalachian Trail and numerous state and national parks Historic sites and Civil War history Cultural attractions, including the Maryland Theatre A diverse and growing community Affordable living compared with many nearby metropolitan areas Benefits Meritus Health offers a comprehensive, team-member-focused benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally. Eligible team members may have access to: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Multiple benefit plan options 401(k) retirement plan with employer match Paid Time Off Life insurance Short-term disability Long-term disability Financial planning resources Professional growth and development opportunities Health, dental, and vision insurance are offered the first of the month after 30 days of employment to eligible team members hired to work at least 16 hours per week. Eligible team members begin accruing Paid Time Off on their first day of employment. Caring for Our Team At Meritus, we believe a collaborative and caring workplace begins with how we treat one another. Every interaction is an opportunity to learn, listen, support our colleagues, and create a positive experience for our patients and our team. We are Happy to Help — and we are looking for Nurse Practitioners who share that commitment. Join Meritus Health and make a difference in the community by providing high-quality urgent care when patients need it most.

Nurse Practitioner - Precision Health

Meritus Health Hagerstown, MD

Meritus Personal Health Institute (MPHI) About the Meritus Personal Health Institute Meritus Health is launching the Meritus Personal Health Institute (MPHI) — a first-of-its-kind population health and precision medicine initiative rooted in the rural communities of Western Maryland. Backed by a $24M initial investment , MPHI will enroll approximately 10,000 residents in a longitudinal program combining whole genome sequencing, advanced laboratory testing and imaging, pharmacogenomics, metabolic profiling, personalized health coaching, and comprehensive preventive health assessments — at no cost to the patient . The aspirational goal is to increase healthy life expectancy in rural Maryland by three years , while establishing Meritus Health as a national model for rural precision health. Position Overview The Nurse Practitioner will be an integral member of the MPHI clinical team, working closely with the Medical Director, APPs, health coaches, technicians, navigators, researchers, and physicians across Meritus Health. This role will provide advanced practice clinical care throughout the participant journey, including comprehensive health assessments, interpretation and application of advanced diagnostic information, preventive health planning, risk-factor management, and longitudinal follow-up. The NP will help translate the program's precision-health data into practical, personalized recommendations that participants and their primary care teams can use to improve health and prevent disease . This is a unique opportunity for an advanced practice clinician to help build a new clinical model from the ground up while contributing to a large-scale longitudinal population health initiative. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive clinical assessments for MPHI participants as part of the program's standardized intake and longitudinal care model. Conduct medical histories, physical examinations, medication reviews, preventive health assessments, and risk assessments. Review and interpret laboratory, genomic, pharmacogenomic, imaging, cardiopulmonary, metabolic, and other diagnostic results within the NP's scope of practice. Translate complex health and precision-medicine findings into understandable, actionable recommendations for participants. Develop individualized preventive health and wellness plans in collaboration with participants and the MPHI interdisciplinary team. Identify health risks and clinical abnormalities requiring additional evaluation, treatment, or referral. Manage appropriate chronic disease and risk-factor interventions in collaboration with the Medical Director and participants' existing care teams. Utilize pharmacogenomic information and other precision-health data to support medication management and clinical decision-making. Work with the MPHI team to establish appropriate clinical protocols, workflows, standing orders, and standardized approaches to participant care. Participate in the development and refinement of the 2.5-hour participant intake and assessment workflow . Coordinate referrals to primary care, specialists, behavioral health, nutrition, physical therapy, and other appropriate services when indicated. Communicate clinically relevant findings with participants' existing physicians and other members of the care team. Collaborate with health coaches and navigators to support participant adherence to personalized health recommendations. Participate in longitudinal monitoring of participant outcomes through laboratory testing, wearable technology, health assessments, and other available data. Assist with identifying changes in participant health status that require clinical intervention or escalation. Document clinical assessments, recommendations, care plans, and follow-up activities accurately within Epic. Support development of Epic workflows involving clinical decision support, pharmacogenomic alerts, referrals, and information sharing. Participate in quality-improvement initiatives designed to evaluate and improve MPHI clinical workflows and participant outcomes. Collaborate with Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine faculty and research personnel on approved research, publications, presentations, and grant-supported initiatives. Participate in education and outreach activities involving Meritus physicians, clinical teams, and community partners. Maintain current knowledge of developments in precision medicine, genomics, preventive medicine, lifestyle medicine, population health, and advanced diagnostics. Practice in accordance with applicable Maryland regulations, organizational policies, professional standards, and MPHI clinical protocols. Clinical Focus The NP will work within a comprehensive precision-health assessment model that may include: Whole genome or exome sequencing and polygenic risk assessment Pharmacogenomic testing Coronary artery calcium scoring DEXA body composition and bone-density assessment VO₂ max and cardiopulmonary exercise testing Advanced lipid testing, including Lp(a), ApoB, NMR particle sizing, and insulin-resistance phenotyping Metabolic and nutritional profiling Microbiome analysis Heavy-metal testing Frailty assessment Cognitive and functional assessments Circadian rhythm and sleep assessment Wearable-device and longitudinal health-data integration Advanced imaging, including total-body MRI when clinically appropriate Preventive health and lifestyle assessment The NP will not simply collect test results; they will help connect the information across multiple clinical domains to develop a comprehensive picture of each participant's health and risk profile . Participant Care The MPHI NP will play a central role in creating an exceptional participant experience. Responsibilities may include: Assess → Interpret → Educate → Personalize → Coordinate → Follow Up The NP will help participants understand: What their testing results mean Which findings represent potential health risks What actions may reduce those risks How lifestyle factors may influence their health When additional testing or specialty evaluation is appropriate How their genetic and pharmacogenomic information may affect care How their personalized health plan can be incorporated into their everyday lives The goal is to transform complex precision-health information into clear, meaningful, and achievable health strategies . Collaboration & Care Coordination The NP will work collaboratively with: MPHI Medical Director Nurse practitioners and physician assistants Health coaches Patient navigators Clinical technicians Meritus primary care physicians Meritus specialty physicians Pharmacists and medication-management teams Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine faculty Research and clinical research teams Clinical informatics and Epic teams Community and population-health partners The NP will serve as an important clinical bridge between MPHI and the participant's existing healthcare team, ensuring that clinically meaningful findings are communicated and appropriately incorporated into ongoing care. Research & Academic Collaboration Because MPHI is designed as both a clinical program and a longitudinal population-health initiative, the NP will have opportunities to participate in research activities. Responsibilities may include: Supporting collection of high-quality clinical data for approved studies Participating in research protocols and longitudinal follow-up Assisting with quality and outcomes data collection Collaborating with MSOM faculty and research personnel Contributing to abstracts, posters, presentations, and publications when appropriate Supporting grant-funded initiatives Participating in development and evaluation of new precision-health clinical models Qualifications Required: Graduate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program Current Maryland APRN licensure or eligibility for Maryland licensure National board certification as a Nurse Practitioner Current or eligible Maryland prescriptive authority Current BLS certification Demonstrated clinical experience providing comprehensive patient care Strong clinical assessment and communication skills Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team Strongly Preferred: Board certification in Family Medicine, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care, Adult-Gerontology Acute Care, or another primary care-related specialty Experience in preventive medicine, population health, or primary care Experience with lifestyle medicine or health optimization Familiarity with genetics, genomics, or pharmacogenomics Experience interpreting advanced laboratory or diagnostic testing Experience with Epic or another enterprise electronic health record Experience with clinical informatics or clinical decision-support systems Research experience or interest in clinical research Experience working with underserved or rural populations Experience with chronic disease prevention and risk-factor modification Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a clinically strong, curious, patient-centered Nurse Practitioner who is excited about building a new model of healthcare . This individual should be comfortable working in an evolving environment where clinical workflows, protocols, and best practices are being developed alongside the launch of the program. The successful candidate will be able to move comfortably between: Clinical medicine | Preventive health | Precision medicine | Patient education | Population health | Research | Care coordination A passion for helping patients live longer, healthier lives and an interest in the future of personalized healthcare are essential. Why Join MPHI? Build something new: Help establish a pioneering precision-health clinical program from the ground up. Meaningful community impact: Provide advanced preventive and personalized healthcare to a rural population at no cost to participating patients. Advanced technology: Work with genomic, pharmacogenomic, metabolic, imaging, wearable, and other emerging health technologies. Academic collaboration: Work alongside Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine faculty and researchers. Clinical innovation: Help develop new workflows and clinical models for integrating precision medicine into everyday healthcare. Longitudinal impact: Follow participants over time and see how personalized interventions affect their health outcomes. National visibility: Contribute to an initiative with the potential to become a model for precision health in rural communities nationally. Mission-driven work: Help advance the goal of increasing healthy life expectancy in Western Maryland. The Opportunity MPHI represents an opportunity to move beyond traditional episodic healthcare and toward a model that emphasizes prevention, early identification of risk, personalization, and long-term health outcomes . As an MPHI Nurse Practitioner, you will have the opportunity to help turn some of the most advanced tools in modern medicine into meaningful, practical care for patients and families in Western Maryland.

Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care (Brook Lane) | $15K Sign-On

Meritus Health Hagerstown, MD

Minimum Qualifications: Education - Masters in Nursing required. Doctorate Degree in Nursing Preferred. Completion of a Certified Nurse Practitioner program. Experience - Five years’ experience as a Registered Nurse. One-year experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred. Licensure/Certification - License to practice as Nurse Practitioner in the State of Maryland required. Current DEA Registration and CDS permit required. Current BLS (CPR) in compliance with policy required. ACLS and PALS (if applicable) in compliance with policy required. For Wound Center only, ACLS in compliance with policy required. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Demonstrates critical thinking, extensive clinical competence and expertise. Demonstrated ability to work well with all disciplines at all levels. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills. Fluency in coding, ICD-10 and CPT, or commitment to acquire. Will have EHR computer access. Schedule & Work Model No after-hours call – your evenings are yours. Patient Care & Responsibilities Average daily volume: ~15 patients, plus lab reviews and EKG interpretation Scope: All medical management outside of psychiatric care (low to moderate complexity) Age range: Patients 8 years and older Procedures: Minimal – mostly cerumen removal and occasional wound care Core Duties Complete History & Physicals (H&Ps) for all new admissions within 24 hours Provide medical consults upon request from attending psychiatrists Conduct follow-ups for chronic conditions and lab value reviews Independently read EKGs (cardiologist oversight not required) Why Join Meritus Health? A mission-driven health system with a strong community focus A chance to lead innovative dining experiences in a healthcare setting Supportive team environment and room for professional growth Competitive pay and benefits Why Hagerstown? Discover a myriad of experiences in one of the two fastest-growing 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. Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and paid time off and more. Caring for Our Team Meritus offers a comprehensive, affordable and team member focused benefits package. Health, dental and vision insurance is offered 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, short-term disability and long-term disability is 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. 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, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

Nurse Practitioner (Part Time)

Family Nurse Practitioner / Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care (Brook Lane) | $15K Sign-On