Nurse Practitioner- OB Hospitalist

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Nurse Practitioner - OB/GYN, VHC Health Physicians - Arlington, Virginia Full-Time

VHC Health Physicians is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our Women's Health team. This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral member of a growing OB/GYN practice within a nationally recognized health system committed to delivering exceptional care for women throughout every stage of life.

The Nurse Practitioner will work closely with OB/GYN physicians, Certified Nurse Midwives, Maternal Fetal Medicine specialists, and multidisciplinary care teams to provide comprehensive women's healthcare services in the outpatient setting. This position offers the opportunity to build meaningful patient relationships while delivering evidence-based care focused on prevention, wellness, reproductive health, gynecologic care, and patient education.

The ideal candidate is passionate about women's health, demonstrates strong clinical judgment, and thrives in a collaborative, patient-centered environment dedicated to improving the health and well-being of women and families.

Why VHC Health

VHC Health is a nationally recognized, independent health system known for clinical excellence, innovation, and exceptional patient outcomes.

Highlights include:

• Ranked among the top hospitals in Virginia and the Washington, DC metropolitan region by U.S. News & World Report

• Multiple "A" Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group

• CMS 5-Star Overall Hospital Quality Rating

• Magnet designation for nursing excellence

• Comprehensive Women's and Children's Services supported by advanced technology and multidisciplinary specialists

• Independent health system with a strong physician-led culture

• Collaborative environment focused on quality, innovation, and exceptional patient care

• State-of-the-art facilities and robust clinical support services

• Located in Arlington, Virginia, offering immediate access to Washington, DC and consistently ranked among the best places to live and work in the United States

• Advanced Practice Providers are highly valued members of the care team and practice at the top of their license in a supportive team-based environment

Position Overview

The OB/GYN Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive women's healthcare services in collaboration with supervising physicians and multidisciplinary care teams. This role focuses on preventive care, gynecologic health, obstetrical support, patient education, care coordination, and the ongoing

management of women's health conditions across the lifespan. The Nurse Practitioner will play a key role in improving access to care, supporting continuity of care, and enhancing the overall patient experience.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, histories, and physical examinations

• Provide preventive women's healthcare services, including annual well-woman examinations and health screenings

• Evaluate and manage common gynecologic conditions and women's health concerns

• Provide contraceptive counseling and reproductive health education

• Support prenatal and postpartum care in collaboration with supervising physicians

• Order, interpret, and review laboratory, imaging, and diagnostic studies

• Develop and implement treatment plans in accordance with established protocols and collaborative practice agreements

• Perform office-based procedures within approved privileges and scope of practice

• Educate patients regarding treatment options, medications, preventive health measures, and lifestyle modifications

• Coordinate care with physicians, specialists, nursing staff, and ancillary services

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation within the electronic medical record

• Participate in quality improvement and patient satisfaction initiatives

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program required

• Current Virginia Nurse Practitioner licensure required

• Current Virginia Registered Nurse licensure required

• Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), or Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner certification required

• BLS certification required

• Previous OB/GYN, Women's Health, Family Medicine, Primary Care, or related clinical experience preferred

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and patient education skills

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team

• Commitment to delivering patient-centered, evidence-based care

Position Highlights

• Full-time employed position

• Established and growing Women's Health practice

• Collaborative environment with OB/GYN physicians, Maternal Fetal Medicine specialists, and Certified Nurse Midwives

• Opportunity to provide comprehensive women's healthcare across the lifespan

• Strong physician mentorship and support

• Modern facilities and advanced clinical technology

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

• Opportunity for professional growth and development

• Located in Arlington, Virginia, within the Washington, DC metropolitan area

Compensation & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits

• Generous paid time off and CME allowance for full-time and permanent part-time positions

• Retirement plan options

• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

Responsibilities

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.

In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.

VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position-whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate-is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate's qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.

The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law.

VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.

Qualifications

Purpose & Scope:

A Nurse Practitioner (NP) employed by VHC Health Physicians ("Physician Group") is required to complete a NP Agreement with their Collaborating Physician(s). This NP Agreement will describe the NP's role and function, NP/Physician Relationship, Functions of the NP, Privileges/Procedures, Prescriptive Authority, Documentation Responsibilities and Evaluation process.
Overall, the NP will support objectives, budget, performance metrics and medical activities at an Individual level including implementation of quality control standards, risk management and compliance programs.

Education:

Master's in Nursing Required

Experience:

Two Years Nurse Practitioner Preferred

Certification/Licensure:

Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) by the Virginia Department of Health Professions Required

Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Virginia Department of Health Professions Required

Awards & Recognition:

• Received a 'High Performing' designation in U.S. News & World Report's 2024 list of maternity hospitals across the United States. This survey was based on factors most important to parents when choosing the hospital to deliver their baby.
• Received a top ranking in the U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals list for . The report ranked hospitals in 15 adult specialties as well as national and regional rankings. VHC Health is proud to be ranked second in Northern Virginia, 4th in the Washington, DC metro region, and 5th in the Commonwealth of Virginia, out of 121 hospitals ranked
• Received an "A" grade in the spring of 2024 in the Leapfrog Group's ranking for hospitals. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade gives 3 . click apply for full job details