This part-time contractual Family Nurse Practitioner position at the Maryland Department of Health's St. Mary's County Health Department involves providing intermittent primary care services at school-based health centers and reproductive health clinics. The role includes diagnosing and managing acute and chronic illnesses, administering medications and vaccines, and providing health education and prevention services. The position may require coverage at various clinic locations and offers optional evening and weekend hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care services, including diagnosis and management of acute and chronic illnesses for adult and pediatric patients.
• Administer medications, treatments, vaccines, and diagnostic tests.
• Offer health education and preventive care services.
• Provide services at the School Based Health Centers and Reproductive Health Clinic, with potential coverage at other SMCHD clinics.
• Work intermittently on a PRN basis, Monday through Friday, with optional evening and weekend shifts.
• Respond to call requirements as needed, maintaining availability via provided contact information.
• Perform clinical duties in accordance with Maryland State Board of Nursing certification standards.
• Possibly operate a motor vehicle as part of job duties, requiring a valid Maryland driver’s license.

Compensation

• Hourly rate between USD 46.97 and USD 57.84.
• W-2 tax status.
• No loan assistance offered.
• Compensation reflects the position's part-time, intermittent nature.

Benefits

• No health insurance coverage offered through the position.
• Leave accrual at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours annually.

Shift & Schedule

• Variable schedule with shifts as needed Monday through Friday.
• Call required; availability for evening and weekend hours is optional.

Requirements

• Current certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Nurse Midwife from the Maryland State Board of Nursing.
• At least one year of experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Nurse Midwife.
• Education meeting Maryland certification requirements for Nurse Practitioners or Nurse Midwives.
• Possession of a valid Maryland motor vehicle operator's license if required for duties.
• Ability to provide a telephone contact for on-call responsibilities.
• Substitution of military service experience in nursing for the required clinical experience is permitted.
• Application must include complete and accurate education, training, and experience details.
• Foreign credentials require evaluation for equivalency prior to employment, if applicable.
• Candidates must meet all licensing and certification requirements at the time of appointment.