Critical Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (ICU) | Washington, DC Region Job Listing at MedStar Health in Olney, MD (Job ID 164837)

Description

About the Job

MedStar Health is seeking experienced Acute Care Nurse Practitioners (AGACNPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) to join our Critical Care teams throughout the Washington, D.C. region.

 

Current opportunities are available at:

• MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center – Critical Care ICU
• MedStar Montgomery Medical Center – Critical Care ICU

Additional opportunities may become available across MedStar Health hospitals throughout the Washington, D.C. region.

 

Whether you are seeking a long-term Critical Care career, a collaborative ICU practice environment, or the opportunity to expand your clinical expertise within a nationally recognized healthcare system, MedStar Health offers rewarding opportunities to practice at the top of your license while caring for complex, critically ill patients.

 

As part of MedStar Health, you will work alongside experienced intensivists, physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary care teams dedicated to delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

Position Highlights

• Opportunities throughout the Washington, D.C. region
• Practice in collaborative ICU and Critical Care environments
• Manage complex adult inpatient and critically ill patient populations
• Work closely with board-certified intensivists and multidisciplinary teams
• Strong APP involvement in clinical decision-making and patient management
• Access to advanced technology, specialty services, and system-wide resources
• Professional growth, mentorship, and continuing education opportunities
• Day and night opportunities may be available based on location and operational need
• Supportive physician leadership and collegial practice environments

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage critically ill adult patients
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans
• Collaborate with intensivists, physicians, specialists, nursing teams, and ancillary staff
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and care coordination
• Perform bedside procedures consistent with training, experience, and departmental needs
• Provide patient and family education while supporting high-quality patient outcomes

Qualifications Required

• Graduate of an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Current AGACNP certification (NP) or NCCPA certification (PA)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Eligible for Maryland licensure
• Minimum of one year of inpatient clinical experience
• Critical Care, ICU, Hospital Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Trauma, Surgical Critical Care, Pulmonary/Critical Care, or other high-acuity inpatient experience
• Procedural experience
• Strong communication, collaboration, and critical-thinking skills

Compensation & Benefits

MedStar Health offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being:

• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Annual CME allowance and professional development support
• License, certification, and medical staff fee reimbursement
• Retirement plan with employer contribution and match
• Paid short-term disability
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility through our nonprofit health system

Why MedStar Health?

MedStar Health is the largest healthcare provider in Maryland and the Washington, D.C. region, serving patients through an integrated network of hospitals, ambulatory care sites, and specialty services. Our clinicians benefit from a culture of innovation, collaboration, and professional development within a nationally recognized health system consistently recognized by Newsweek and Forbes for workplace excellence, employee well-being, diversity, and inclusion.

Practice Near Washington, D.C.

Enjoy the best of the Mid-Atlantic with access to vibrant urban neighborhoods, family-friendly suburban communities, waterfront living, outdoor recreation, professional sports, cultural attractions, and convenient travel throughout the Northeast corridor. Whether you prefer city living or a quieter suburban lifestyle, the Washington, D.C. region offers exceptional quality of life and career opportunities.

This position has a hiring range of

USD $125,000.00 - USD $192,000.00 /Yr.

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