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NP or PA - CVICU (PRN)

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ICU

Posted Jun 19

Unit
ICU

What the listing says

Role

Term
Per Diem
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
NP

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
This role$82/hr
nursing in Maryland$38/hr

The median for nursing in Maryland is $38/hr, across 359 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.

About this role

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Schedule

Variable Shifts; PRN

Suburban Hospital, a member of Johns Hopkins Medicine, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or PA to join our Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) team. Our CVICU provides specialized care for patients with severe cardiovascular conditions, and we are looking for a motivated professional to contribute to our patient-centered approach.

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Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive care to critically ill cardiovascular patients in the CVICU. Perform advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures under the supervision of attending physicians. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including surgeons, cardiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.

Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting care plans as necessary. Educate patients and their families about their conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the continuous enhancement of patient care standards.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities in the electronic health record system.

Qualifications

Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program. Current certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner. Licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Maryland. Previous NP or PA experience in a critical care setting, preferably in cardiovascular intensive care. ACLS certification BLS certification Strong clinical skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development and continuing education. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Access to Johns Hopkins Medicine’s extensive resources and expertise.

Salary Range: Minimum 81.51 per hour - Maximum 81.51 per hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.

In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

JHM prioritizes the health and well-being of every employee. Come be healthy at Hopkins!

Diversity and Inclusion are Johns Hopkins Medicine Core Values. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.

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Requirements

  • Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program.
  • Current certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.
  • Licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Maryland.
  • Previous NP or PA experience in a critical care setting, preferably in cardiovascular intensive care.
  • ACLS certification
  • BLS certification
  • Strong clinical skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.

Benefits highlights

  • CE reimbursement

Place

City
Bethesda, MD
Median rent
$2,469/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$192,237/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

State price level
5% above the national average

Maryland index 105.0, where 100 is the national average.

Bethesda, Maryland offers nurses a polished suburban-urban blend just northwest of Washington, D.C. Known for the National Institutes of Health and a thriving medical corridor, it pairs career opportunity with tree-lined streets, upscale dining along Wisconsin Avenue, and easy Metro access to the capital.

Map showing the location of Bethesda, MD
Approximate location in Bethesda, MD. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.

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Johns Hopkins Medicine is a renowned academic health system with multiple member hospitals and facilities. The Bethesda, MD location corresponds to Suburban Hospital, a community-based, not-for-profit hospital serving Montgomery County and the surrounding areas. As a member of Johns Hopkins…

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