Job Requirements
The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) is seeking an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) to join a multidisciplinary team responsible for the care of complex trauma patients.
Working at the Shock Trauma Center, you will become a vital part of a high-acuity trauma team that provides continuity of care for patients from admission through discharge and post-discharge follow-up. The ACNP collaborates closely with nurses, therapists, residents, fellows, attending physicians, and students to ensure safe, timely, and evidence-based care for patients with a wide spectrum of traumatic injuries and complex medical comorbidities.
Work Experience
Key Responsibilities
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Perform comprehensive assessments, develop and implement treatment plans for critically ill and injured trauma patients
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Manage patients in high-acuity settings including ICU, step-down, and acute care units
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Perform procedures within scope of practice (e.g., central line placement, arterial lines, chest tubes, etc., based on competency)
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Participate in trauma resuscitations and rapid response situations
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Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
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Provide patient and family education and support throughout the continuum of care
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Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
Work Experience
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Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program
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Current certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP-BC or AGACNP-BC)
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Active Maryland RN and APRN licensure (or eligibility for licensure)
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DEA certification (or eligibility)
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BLS and ACLS certification
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Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in acute care, critical care, or trauma setting preferred
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Strong clinical decision-making skills in high-pressure environments
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Proficiency in managing critically ill patients with complex conditions
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Experience with bedside procedures and invasive monitoring preferred
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills within interdisciplinary teams
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Ability to prioritize and manage multiple patients in a fast-paced environment
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Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development
