Nurse Practitioner (CNPA) Upper Marlboro/Waldorf (36 hrs/wk)

The Nurse Practitioner works independently with collaborative supervision using intuitive skills when problem solving in complex clinical situations. He/She demonstrates a highly skilled analytical ability in novel circumstances. He/She is credentialed to function in an expanded nursing role. He/she is responsible for assessment and management of patients, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and the implementation and evaluation of an appropriate plan of care. All activities are performed within the guidelines of protocols agreed upon by the Medical Director and under medical supervision. He/She participates in clinical research and/or the utilization of its results. He/She is involved in multidisciplinary intramural and extramural consultation for the delivery of patient care. All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, ***** and specialty nursing standards, CNMC Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Professional Model of Care requires registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. CNMC supports the development of RN relationships within the community; specifically those relationships associated with the health and well being of the community at large.
Our ideal candidate will be a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner able to work in a Primary Care setting with newborns up to age 21. Family Nurse Practitioners with experience in Pediatric Primary Care are also welcomed to apply.
We are open to 24, 32 or 36 hours weekly.