Nurse Practitioner - General & Thoracic Surgery

Job Category
:
Physician/Mid-Level Provi

Requisition Number
: NURSE
015282

• Posted :
  August 18, 2026
• Full-Time

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Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA

• Pay or shift range: $124,000 USD to $145,000 USD
  The posted range is the budgeted amount for this position. The actual rate of pay will be determined based on several factors, including your relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and alignment with Meritus Health’s compensation practices.

Location: Meritus General Surgery – Hagerstown, MD
Schedule: Full Time
Salary: $124,000–$145,000 annually

Are you a Nurse Practitioner who thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment and enjoys being part of a collaborative, high-performing team?

Meritus Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our General Surgery team
, supporting both General and Thoracic Surgery
. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced surgeons and advanced practice providers while caring for patients throughout the surgical journey—from initial evaluation and diagnosis through surgical care and recovery.

If you’re looking for a role that combines clinical autonomy, surgical experience, teamwork, and opportunities for professional growth
, we’d love to have you join us.

As a Nurse Practitioner on the General and Thoracic Surgery team, you’ll be an integral part of the surgical service. You’ll collaborate closely with surgeons, APPs, nursing teams, and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for surgical patients
• Provide comprehensive preoperative and postoperative patient management
• Assist General and Thoracic Surgeons in the operating room
• Participate in surgical procedures and scheduled OR block days
• Perform patient assessments, consultations, and follow-up visits
• Manage postoperative care and monitor patients for complications
• Conduct hospital rounds and coordinate ongoing patient care
• Educate patients and families regarding surgical procedures, treatment plans, and recovery
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless transitions of care
• Participate in call coverage as part of the surgical team
• Contribute to the continued growth and development of the General and Thoracic Surgery service

This position provides exposure to a broad range of General and Thoracic Surgery
, allowing you to build on your clinical expertise while working alongside experienced surgical specialists.

You’ll have the opportunity to be involved in the care of patients with a variety of surgical conditions and participate in the full continuum of surgical care.

Whether you’re an experienced surgical APP or an NP looking to expand your surgical skill set, Meritus provides an environment where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful difference for your patients.

At Meritus Health, we’re building more than a healthcare system—we’re building a destination for exceptional clinical care, innovation, education, and professional growth.

Competitive salary of $124,000–$145,000

• Collaborative relationship with experienced General and Thoracic Surgeons
• Meaningful operating room and procedural experience
• Diverse surgical patient population
• Supportive APP and physician team
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Access to advanced technology and modern surgical techniques
• Teaching and academic opportunities as our medical education programs continue to expand
• A mission-driven health system with a strong commitment to our community

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