Pediatric Nurse Practitioner- Otorhinolaryngology

Under general supervision, and in collaboration with physician colleagues, responsible for diagnosing and treating patients. Provides continuity of patient care by facilitating and coordinating communication between the health care team, patient and patient's family. Coordinates care to ensure quality, effective care and patient safety. Serves as link integrating relevant research and best practices; and other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Master of Science degree in Nursing with completion of a Nurse Practitioner program; Registered and currently recorded with the Maryland Board of Examiners of Nurses and Certified as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Maryland

Valid state APRN Recognition (must meet education requirement (s) for state recognition and obtain within six (6) months of hire)

DEA and CDS eligible

CPR required

BLS required

ACLS and/or other relevant certifications as required by the department

A minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse is preferred

Demonstrates ability to promote professionalism through involvement in professional organizations, teaching, research, publishing, and/or certification in area of specialty

Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs

Demonstrates highly effective verbal and written communication skills are required to interact with patient families, departmental units, medical and nursing staff on all essential matters

Maintains updated mandatory training

Updates immunizations as recommended per practice area

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Clinical Responsibilities- In clinical collaboration with the attending physician, provides day to day organizational and clinical direction and leadership of the healthcare team.

Education responsibilities- Provides formal and informal educational programs for other members of the health care team consistent with evidence-based practice standards.

Clinical Leadership/Outcomes- Works with physicians to achieve service specific outcome targets for key metrics including clinical outcomes, and patient satisfaction.

Customer Service- Models and upholds customer service focus to all internal and external customers.

Professional Development and Organizational Leadership- Serves on department, hospital and community committees.

Research Responsibilities- In collaboration with the patient care team, work with clinical research members in all phases of sponsored and other clinical research.

Total Rewards

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of University of Maryland's Faculty Physician's Inc. salary range for this position. Some candidates will not be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographical location, skills, work experience, market conditions, internal equity, responsibility factor and span of control, education/ training and other qualifications. University of Maryland Faculty Physician's Inc. offers a total rewards package that supports our employee's life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://www.umfpi.org/jobs/summary-employee-benefits