The Johns Hopkins University is seeking a Nurse Practitioner who will work within a clinical operations environment of the Otolaryngology department. The employee will operate under the direction, supervision and responsibility of a physician, and in accordance with established policies evaluates patient’s health status through diagnostic procedures and tests. Provides therapeutic patient care under the direction of a physician and in accordance with established protocols. The Nurse Practitioner will work in an outpatient clinic setting independently (after supervised training and skills acquisition). They will work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary health team focused on providing comprehensive care to Otolaryngologic patients. The individual will be responsible for making independent decisions regarding patient care and must exercise professional judgment and decision-making.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Under the direction, supervision, and responsibility of a physician, and in accordance with established policies, the Nurse Practitioner will evaluate the patient's health status through diagnostic procedures and tests.

• Provides therapeutic patient care under the direction of a physician and in accordance with established protocols.

• Provide timely and high-quality Otolaryngology consultation services of inpatients at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, and outpatients at the clinic.

• Service team in completing patient care and administrative tasks; refinement of protocols and monitoring of quality and clinical outcomes towards service improvement; completion of perioperative, order sets, and discharge instructions.

• Clinic-based evaluation and management of patients with symptoms of sinus conditions.

• Advanced interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and efficiently with patients, patient's family members, and all interdisciplinary healthcare team members.

• Able to competently perform (after a period of supervised training) sinus procedures requiring the use of required instruments.

• Learn and apply knowledge of otolaryngologic conditions and disorders.

• Can function effectively in a fluid, dynamic, and rapidly changing environment.

• Self-directed and possesses mature judgment and motivation.

• Must complete all required HIPAA and other specified online training courses.

• Will communicate clearly in verbally and in written form.

• Knowledgeable with Epic electronic medical record system (after a period of training).

• Scientific writing skills.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• A comprehensive understanding of clinical and/or surgical procedures, patient care procedures, medical protocols, and testing procedures. Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, chemistry, psychology, pharmacology, clinical medicine, radiology, microbiology, and pathology.

• The analytical ability necessary to evaluate and determine the health status of patients and implement proper care plans.

• Interpersonal skills necessary to interview, teach, and counsel patients and work in teams with physicians attending, residents, and nursing; instruct health care personnel on procedures and treatment.

• Ability to analyze and evaluate patient history, physical examination findings, and laboratory values, and make preliminary diagnoses of patients for review by physician.

• Operates a personal computer and/or laptop to access email, computerized scheduling and documentation databases, and other basic office support software.

Physical Requirements

• Works in normal patient care areas in Johns Hopkins Hospital and Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center.

• Exposure to hazards due to infectious specimens and contagious diseases, but the potential for harm or personal injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions are followed.

• Able to concentrate during surgical procedures while assisting the physician.

• Walk throughout the hospital plan to assess and deliver care to inpatients on all services.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing;

• Registered Nurse license and Certified as a Nurse Practitioner.

• Must be licensed as an NP in the State of Maryland or other states where practicing.

• Current American Heart or American Red Cross CPR certification required.

• Must maintain current licensure and certification during the duration of employment.

• Completion of the JHH credentialing process is required prior to the start date.

• Additional experience may substitute for a master's degree, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of related clinical nursing experience.

• NP who has experience in care of surgical patients.

• History of strong organizational skills, analytical skills, customer service skills, clinical sensitivity, medical terminology, excellent computer skills and the ability to multi-task.

• High level of interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent communication, mathematical computation, spelling, and grammar skills.

• Knowledge and compliance of HIPAA rules and regulations in the dissemination of patient Protected Health Information (PHI).

Classified Title: Nurse Practitioner

Job Posting Title (Working Title): CO Nurse Practitioner

Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MG

Starting Salary Range: $87,400.00 - $152,900.00 Annually ($150,000.00 Targeted; Commensurate with experience)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Mon-Fri, Shift TBD

Exempt Status: Exempt

Location: Johns Hopkins Bayview

Department name: ​​​​​​​SOM Otolaryngology at Bayview

Personnel area: School of Medicine

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The university promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.