Nurse Practitioner - Wound Care

NP WOUND CARE

Location: Wound Center Meritus Health - Hagerstown, MD
Full-Time, Days
Salary Range: $124,000 to $145,000/year

Meritus Health is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitoner to join our Wound Care Center.  Meritus Health offers competitive compensation and top-of-market benefits, and is a top employer in Washington County, MD.

Working independently and in collaboration with Physicians, this person is responsible for delivering care and integrate patient services to patients with the goal of achieving specific clinical, financial and satisfaction outcomes for specific patient populations and disease processes. This person will coordinate with patient's healthcare team and adhere to ethical principles of practice as defined by the Nurse Practice Act and the ANA code of ethics for nurses. Delivers healthcare in a therapeutic and professional manner demonstrating sensitivity towards unique patient/significant other needs. Preserves and protects the patient's autonomy, dignity, rights, values, and beliefs. Demonstrates the ability to advocate for the patients.

Wound center treats all types of wounds including but not limited to:

• Acute traumatic wounds

• Chronic and complex wounds

• Care of pressure ulcers

• Care of venous ulcers associated with edema utilizing compression wraps

• Care of diabetic foot ulcers

• Post-operative wound dehiscence

• Advanced treatment modalities: TCC (total contact casting), wound vac, PICO vacs and cellular based tissue products), ostomy care

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience - Wound experience is preferred.

NP Requirements : 

• 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. 

• Knowledge of case management, outcomes management and managed care. Demonstrated ability to work well with all disciplines at all levels. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills. Proficiency in EPIC preferred.

About Us:

• Meritus Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care in our community.

• 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 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.

About Us:

• Meritus Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care in our community.

• 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.

• 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.

  • Going back to school? We have a tremendous education assistance program to support your education goals and a no-cost

  • Employee Assistance Program to help you manage stress, mental health, elder-care issues and the challenges of work-life balance.

  • Evening, night and weekend shifts may be eligible for shift differential.

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.

Salary : $124,000 - $145,000