Requisition ID:  116348

CO Nurse Practitioner

The department of Otolaryngology is seeking a CO Nurse Practitioner who will work in an outpatient clinic setting both independently (after a period of supervised training and skills acquisition) and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary health team focused on providing comprehensive care to adult patients with ear disorders. Typical clinical scenarios will include hearing loss meeting candidacy criteria for cochlear implantation, other degrees of hearing loss, inner ear disorders of hearing and vestibular sensation (“balance”), acoustic neuroma/vestibular schwannoma, cholesteatoma, otitis externa, cerumen impaction and other ear disorders. This NP will work primarily with the neuro-otology division and Johns Hopkins Listening Center’s cochlear implant program under the direction of Charles C. Della Santina MD PhD. This individual will be responsible for making independent decisions regarding patient care and must exercise professional judgment and decision-making.


Specific Duties & Responsibilities


Essential Job Skills and Functions

  • Clinic-based evaluation and management of patients with symptoms of hearing and vestibular disorders.
  • Advanced interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively and efficiently with patients, patient family members and all members of the interdisciplinary health care team.
  • Ability to competently perform (after a period of supervised training) clinic-based ear procedures requiring use of binocular ear microscopy and bimanual use of instruments in the ear canal.
  • Ability to learn and apply knowledge of ear and neurotologic anatomy, physiology and disorders.
  • Ability to function effectively in a fluid, dynamic and rapidly changing environment.
  • Must be self-directed and possess mature judgment and motivation.


Communications

  • Must be able to communicate clearly in spoken and written English.
  • Must efficiently use the Epic electronic medical record system (after a period of training).
  • Scientific writing skills are valued.


Additional Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • The position is almost exclusively focused on otology and neuro-otology, and prior training and experience in these disciplines is highly desirable.
  • Although not required, fluency in other languages such as American Sign Language, Spanish, Mandarin or Russian is advantageous.
  • Must successfully complete all necessary Epic training courses and other applicable clinical software systems. Prior experience with Epic is advantageous.
  • Must complete all required HIPAA and other specified online training courses.
  • Other computer or other special needs for the position: Operates personal computer and/or laptop to access email, computerized scheduling and documentation databases, and other basic office support software.




Minimum Qualifications
  • Master's degree in nursing from an accredited school.
  • Registered Nurse license and Certified as a Nurse Practitioner.
  • Must be licensed as NP in State of Maryland or other state where practicing.
  • Current American Heart CPR certification required.
  • Must maintain current licensure and certification during duration of employment.
  • Completion of the JHH credentialing process is required prior to start date.
  • Additional experience may substitute for master's degree, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Three years of related clinical nursing experience.
  • Prefer 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 are also essential.
  • 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).
  • Experience in the Johns Hopkins system strongly preferred.
  • Experience with the EPIC system.

 


 

Classified Title: Nurse Practitioner 
Job Posting Title (Working Title): CO Nurse Practitioner   
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MG  
Starting Salary Range: $87,400 - $152,900 Annually ($118,950 targeted; Commensurate with experience) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 4:30 
Exempt Status: Exempt 
Location: School of Medicine Campus 
Department name: ​​​​​​​SOM Oto Otology  
Personnel area: School of Medicine 

 

 


Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Accommodation Information
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Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

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