Nurse Practitioner; CNPA Upper Marlboro​/Waldorf

Job Overview

Kids Are Our Everything. Department 10453 UM Waldorf. Pay Range: $ - $.

The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (Children’s National Pediatricians & Associates) works independently under collaborative supervision, applying analytical skills to complex clinical situations. The NP is credentialed to function in an expanded nursing role and is responsible for assessment, management, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, and the implementation and evaluation of individualized care plans within protocols agreed upon by the Medical Director and under medical supervision.

The NP also participates in clinical research, multidisciplinary consultation, and ensures practice aligns with legal scope, nursing standards, CNH policies and all applicable laws.

• Assess individual patient clinical status by obtaining complete medical history and examination; developmental assessment; ordering appropriate laboratory tests and imaging as indicated.
• Gather and maintain patient medical records, including lab, MRI, EEG results, and abnormal lab findings; interpret results and plan interventions accordingly.
• Collaborate with other health‑care team members, clinics, and community agencies to address patients’ care needs.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care, based on existing protocols and family needs, including continuity of care issues.
• Perform minor procedures when indicated (e.g., ear irrigation, suture removal).
• Independently prescribe pharmaceutical drugs according to guidelines.
• Provide clinical expertise for patients, families, and team members, and serve as a role model in complex patient care issues.
• Direct management of patients in emergency situations.
• Participate in professional organizations and committees; participate in on‑call rotation as needed.
• Act as a consultant in clinical expertise to other professionals and the community; document and communicate patient status effectively.
• Manage conflict constructively; communicate needed system changes effectively.
• Identify needs for professional growth of staff and communicate these effectively.
• Actively participate in developing standards of care; provide input and feedback to others for individual patients and families to evaluate quality of care.
• Organize workload to set priorities and facilitate short‑ and long‑term goals.
• Consult with other providers regarding patient‑care policies, and interpret policy intent to staff and families.
• Monitor and document the effectiveness of patient‑care interventions; participate in QA monitoring with the department or practice.
• Propose and help develop patient‑care programs to improve delivery of care.
• Assess learning needs of patients and families; implement teaching strategies using appropriate tools and resources; evaluate understanding after teaching.
• Communicate patient and family learning needs and responses to teaching to the health‑care team.
• Develop educational materials directed at patients and families in areas of clinical expertise.
• Disseminate information pertaining to research of other professionals within specialization.
• Participate in development of NP role and practice within organization; participate in NP certification maintenance program; attend continuing‑education conferences; hold membership in specialty organizations.
• Speak up when team members exhibit unsafe behavior or performance; validate and verify information needed for decision making; act in a safety‑focused manner.

• Minimum Education: MSN;
  Graduation from an approved education program for Nurse Practitioners.
• Minimum
  
  Work Experience:
  
  0 years of experience; but 2 years of clinical experience in the care of children.
• Required Licenses and
  
  Certifications:
  
  Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure in the state(s) of clinical practice; meets credentialing requirements of Children’s National Medical staff office;
  Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS);
  Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner‑Board Certified (FNP‑BC).

Comprehensive health coverage including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services; generous paid time off, vacation…