Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care
Listed compensation
$124k-$145k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Meritus Health is looking for experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner.
We are looking for providers to manage acute walk-in urgent cases and minor procedures. Procedures include, but are not limited to, suturing, fracture care/splinting, I&Ds, etc. We also have an imaging and lab draw onsite.
Why Hagerstown
- Discover a myriad of experiences in one of the two fastest-growing counties in Maryland, Washington County, where diversity thrives. Explore the rich history of the crossroads of the Civil War, or embark on outdoor adventures along the Appalachian Trail and numerous national and state parks. Enjoy cultural attractions such as the Maryland Theater, home of the Maryland Symphony Orchestra, and easy access to nearby urban centers like Baltimore and Washington, DC.
About Us
- Meritus Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care in our community.
- Upcoming Medical School and Residency Programs
- The Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine is set to launch in the summer of 2025, offering a promising growth for our organization.
- Meritus is also developing new residency programs in the upcoming years with plenty of teaching opportunities.
- Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, CME allowance, malpractice insurance, and more.
- Caring for our Team
We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
- Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
- Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
Support for your continued learning and career growth.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
- Shift Differential Pay
Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.
Happy to Help
- At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment.
Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.
Key Responsibilities
The Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for managing acute walk-in urgent cases encountered in the Urgent Care setting. This includes performing minor procedures such as suturing, fracture care/splinting, and incision and drainage (I&Ds).
Requirements
The position requires an experienced Nurse Practitioner capable of managing acute urgent care cases and performing various minor procedures. The employer is also growing with upcoming Medical School and Residency Programs, suggesting opportunities for teaching.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Urgent Care — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Meritus Health ranks #16 of 24 employers hiring Nurse Practitioner on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Of the 50 active Urgent Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 62% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $124k–$145k | Urgent Care median $138k (middle half $133k–$147k)13 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$128k in purchasing power | Maryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Urgent Care listings in Maryland | 38 active | 802 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 36% remote · 62% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Maryland Nurse Practitioner listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus · 4% offer loan repayment280 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Urgent Care pay trend | +7.7% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
| Meritus Health | #16 of 24 for pay | Top Employers work-life index |
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