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Forward Health
Bowie, Maryland

Nurse Practitioner

Nurse PractitionerFull-Time Full Practice Authority

Listed compensation

$100K - $130K

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Job Description

Nurse Practitioner – Sleep Medicine

Location: Bowie, MD

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $100,000.00 – $130,000.00 Annually

Join Forward Health at the Center for Sleep and Wake Disorders!

At Forward Health, we’re committed to advancing sleep health through compassionate care, cutting-edge diagnostics, and evidence-based treatments. Our mission is simple: improve lives by improving sleep. As we continue to grow, we’re seeking a Nurse Practitioner who shares our dedication to patient-centered care and clinical excellence.

About the Role

As a full-time Nurse Practitioner specializing in sleep medicine, you’ll play a vital role in evaluating, diagnosing, and managing sleep disorders. Working closely with physicians, sleep technologists, and a supportive care team, you’ll help patients achieve better sleep and overall well-being.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including medical histories and physical exams.
  • Interpret sleep studies, including polysomnography and home sleep apnea tests.
  • Collaborate with physicians to develop accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment plans.
  • Manage medications, educate patients on sleep hygiene, and oversee ongoing care.
  • Coordinate follow-up visits, adjust treatments, and ensure thorough documentation.
  • Advocate for patients by providing empathetic, high-quality care throughout their treatment journey.

Qualifications

  • Current Nurse Practitioner license in MD, VA, and DC.
  • Experience in sleep medicine is preferred but not required.
  • Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Commitment to patient-first healthcare and teamwork.

Why Forward Health?

  • Competitive compensation.

Comprehensive Benefits Package Including

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Continuing Education Opportunities
  • Collaborative, supportive work environment.
  • Be part of an innovative team shaping the future of sleep medicine.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help us transform sleep health for our patients!

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient EvaluationMedical History TakingPolysomnography InterpretationHome Sleep Apnea Test InterpretationDiagnosisTreatment PlanningMedication ManagementSleep Hygiene EducationPatient Advocacy

Sleep Medicine — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 50 active Sleep Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 20% are remote, 58% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$115k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $110k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Forward Health holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 73/100, 21 active listings.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Nurse Practitioner at Forward Health a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Nurse Practitioner roles — ranked against 14,245 active Nurse Practitioner roles listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Nurse Practitioner Jobs

45 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution45 jobs · 40 employers

11
<$145k
13
$145k-165k
14
$165k-185k
3
$185k-205k
4
$205k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks39 jobs

401k / retirement match
79% this job
Sign-on bonus
49%
CME allowance
44% this job
Loan repayment
18%
Relocation assistance
10%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.6this job 6.6
Better work-life than 50% of Sleep Medicine (NP) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 35 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Bowie

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$459k≈ 4.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,522/mo≈ 30% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
35 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Forward Health

Medical Practices
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11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
401(k) Retirement Plan
Continuing Education Opportunities