JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Medical Director Critical Care Services, the Critical Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will assist attending physicians in all aspects of general hospital care for critical care patients. All work will be performed in close collaboration with attending physicians responsible for the patient. The Critical Care NP or PA will be credentialed through the Maryland Board as well as the health system to provide advanced clinical procedures (e.g. central lines, chest tube insertion, intubations, etc).

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health is geared to professionals who are serious about learning and progressing in an encouraging setting where teamwork is a way of life. Our employees take great pride in the culture they’ve helped to create, which exemplifies our core values built on trust, safety and respect. Our people know that great care and a positive attitude mean healthy patients and a happy work environment. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance in the welcoming community of UMUCH. 

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a university-based regional health care system focused on serving the health care needs of Maryland. As one of the largest private employers in the state, University of Maryland Medical System’s 28,000 employees and 4,000 affiliated physicians provide primary and specialty care in more than 150 locations and at 13 hospitals. 

Be part of a rich tradition of Medicine while shaping the future of care delivery.

Education & Training: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with appropriate licensure and credentialing to practice under the supervision of a physician in the state of Maryland. 

Credentialing through the Maryland Board as well as the health system in the provision of advanced practice skills.

Work Orientation & Experience: A minimum of five years’ experience as a midlevel provider in an acute care setting is preferred; Experience performing procedures in an ICU setting as a provider is required. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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