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Chevy Chase, Maryland

Nurse Practitioner

Nurse PractitionerFull-Time Full Practice Authority

Listed compensation

$100k-$130k

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Nurse Practitioner – Sleep Medicine

Location: Chevy Chase / 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 EvaluationSleep Study InterpretationHome Sleep Apnea TestingTreatment PlanningMedication ManagementSleep Hygiene EducationInterpersonal SkillsPatient Advocacy

Sleep Medicine — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

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).

Of the 50 active Sleep Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% are remote, 58% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

What does the Sleep Medicine NP market look like in Maryland?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$100k–$130kSleep Medicine NP median $138k (middle half $133k–$147k)14 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$110k in purchasing powerMaryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Work settingon-sitepeers: 32% remote · 58% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedMaryland nurse practitioner listings (all specialties): 12% state a sign-on bonus · 3% offer loan repayment267 active listings, Nov 2026
Sleep Medicine NP hiring demandnot ranked this monthpostings stay open a median 38 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 11 postings, 25 closed
Forward Healthsilver tier, 73/100Top Employers work-life index21 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Nurse Practitioner Jobs

37 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

37 jobs · 28 employers
15
<$145k
11
$145k-170k
5
$170k-195k
4
$195k-220k
2
$220k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

32 jobs · 28 employers
401k / retirement match
88% this job
CME allowance
59% this job
Sign-on bonus
50%
Loan repayment
19%
Relocation assistance
13%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Clinic Director - Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (NP)

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.5this job 1.5
Below most Sleep Medicine (NP) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 32 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Forward Health

Medical Practices
Draper, UT
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

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

Living in Chevy Chase

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.12M≈ 11.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,705/mo≈ 32% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
28 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 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.