Nurse Practitioner- Palliative Care

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 Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner to join their team at UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, MD. 

Nurse Practitioner Job Details:

• Provide compassionate and comprehensive palliative care to patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Work alongside a multidisciplinary palliative care team dedicated to patient-centered, compassionate care.
• Position is responsible for performing medical and psychosocial evaluation of patients and manage symptoms to improve patients' quality of life.
• Educate patients and families about care options and support them through decision-making processes for goals of care
• Collaborate with colleagues at UM Upper Chesapeake Health and University of Maryland Medical System to promote best practice and high-quality care.
• Supportive hospital leadership for program growth and expansion of service delivery.
• Opportunity available to advance skills and knowledge through training, education, and certification programs.
• Promote work-life balance with Monday through Friday work schedule. No weekends, no call requirements.
• Experienced nurse practitioners with experience or strong interest in palliative care or hospice are encouraged to apply.

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

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health is geared to professionals who are serious about learning and progressing in an encouraging setting where teamwork is a way of life.  Our employees take great pride in the culture they’ve helped to create, which exemplifies our core values built on trust, safety and respect. Our people know that great care and a positive attitude mean healthy patients and a happy work environment. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance in the welcoming community of UMUCH. 

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a university-based regional health care system focused on serving the health care needs of Maryland.  As one of the largest private employers in the state, University of Maryland Medical System’s 28,000 employees and 4,000 affiliated physicians provide primary and specialty care in more than 150 locations and at 13 hospitals. 

Named one of “Best Places to Live in Maryland”, the Bel Air community boasts a diverse population, excellent schools, low crime rate, great neighborhoods, recreational options, shopping and dining. Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to numerous cultural and professional sporting offerings in major metro areas (Philadelphia, Baltimore, and D.C.).  With close proximity to the ocean to the east, and the mountains to the west, Harford County offers an abundance of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, golfing, sailing, fishing, water activities, camping, and more!  

Be part of a rich tradition of Medicine while shaping the future of care delivery.
UMMS hospitals and health care facilities are equal opportunity employers and proud of an environment of diversity.

Education & Training: Nurse Practitioner with appropriate Maryland licensure and credentialing to practice under the supervision of a physician in the state of Maryland. ANCC or Palliative & Hospice Medicine certification is preferred.

Work Orientation & Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of direct patient care experience in internal medicine or palliative care, hospice. Experience is appropriate to the management of chronic disease, end of life, comfort care and goals of care.

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioners 

Compensation:

• Pay Range: $51.30-$74.83
• Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide