Nurse Practitioner Program Coordinator- Transitional Care

Company Description

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.

A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland.

We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all.

Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities.

We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.

Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates :

University of Maryland Harford Memorial Hospital (UM HMH), Havre de Grace, MD

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD

The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD

The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD

The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD

Job Description

UM Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) , a member of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), has a Full-time employed position available for a Nurse Practitioner Program Coordinator to join their reputable, well-established Comprehensive CARE Center (a transitional care clinic) located on the UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center campus in Bel Air, MD.

Nurse Practitioner Job Details :

• Position is responsible for diagnosing and treating patients independently and in collaboration with physicians and colleagues.
• This NP will care for complex patients with multiple comorbidities and chronic conditions who are transitioning from the acute hospital setting to the home.

The NP will also develop and evaluate programs related to population health care initiatives to identify opportunities for clinical interventions to reduce admissions.

Provides continuity of patient care by facilitating and coordinating communication between the health care team, patient, and the patients’ family.

Coordinates care to ensure quality, effective care and patient safety.

• This NP will work on a collegial, multidisciplinary team comprised of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, pharmacists and more.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in population health and share in the goal of the program, which is to decrease patient readmittance rates.
• Monday through Friday work schedule. No weekends, no call requirements.
• Additional information about this program can be found at :

Care Coordination UM Upper Chesapeake Health (umms.org)

As an UMMS provider, you can expect :

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Generous paid time off
• CME leave and CME allowance
• Retirement plan- 403B with employer match
• Complimentary loan repayment consultation

Qualifications

Education & Training : Master of Science degree with completion of a Nurse Practitioner program required. National certification in the area specialty and licensed by the Maryland Board of Nursing.

NPI number, DEA and CDS required. Doctorate of Nursing Practice preferred. BLS required; ACLS preferred.

Work Orientation & Experience : Minimum of three (3) years of acute care or related experience required.

Additional Information

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