Hospital Medicine Careers

Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner

Washington, DC

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Expertise. Partnership. Purpose.

In hospital medicine, APPs play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across the inpatient continuum. You bring clinical skill, adaptability, and compassionate leadership to every encounter—ensuring timely interventions, smooth transitions, and coordinated care.

With a national footprint and a culture rooted in collaboration, our hospital medicine programs empower APPs to thrive. Whether managing complex cases or contributing to performance improvement, you are supported by systems that value autonomy, teamwork, and continuous growth.

Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Experienced
Shift: Day
Travel: No

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Job ID:

JOB-001087

Category:

Hospital Medicine

Transform Patient Care and the Community as a Hospital Medicine NP in Washington, DC

We believe in bringing “better” to our local community here in Washington, DC —better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. We'd love to talk if you’re looking for a role that supports your professional growth and connection to a vibrant city.

Local Team Collaboration:

We’re a welcoming team of 6 physicians and 2 advanced practitioners who work closely with other hospital staff and departments at Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center to deliver the best possible quality of care to our patients.
Our dedicated team consists of two physicians and one APP during the day as well as one physician Nocturnist at night.
We have diverse clinicians from various geographic, educational, and training backgrounds, all of whom possess strong clinical acumen and an unwavering commitment to exceptional patient care.
We are creating an environment conducive to flexibility and innovation for experienced clinicians.
Our dedicated site coordinator will help maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Sound's team also covers the Emergency Department at Cedar Hill RMC.

Qualifications:

Graduate degree from an accredited acute care nurse practitioner program.
Active NP license or eligible to become licensed in Washington, DC.
Authorized to work in the United States.

Scheduling:

Full-time position follows a 7-days-on, 7-days-off rotation.
Day position hours are 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Key Responsibilities:

As a day hospitalist, you will experience an average census of 13 patients with 1-2 admissions per day.
Closed ICU with intensivist coverage 24/7. No procedural responsibility.
We hold monthly team meetings to stay current on the latest medical developments at the hospital and with Sound.
We work in Oracle Health (formally Cerner) with access to our internal informatics platform.
We are entertaining candidates looking for full-time, part-time, and PRN shifts.

Living and Working in Washington, DC:

Washington, DC, the U.S. capital, is a compact city on the Potomac River, bordering the states of Maryland and Virginia. DC is the epicenter of the federal government and features world-class museums, historic neighborhoods, and iconic national monuments. Experience local DC culture, dining, and boutique shopping in historic areas like Georgetown, the vibrant riverfront at The Wharf, or the artsy corridors of Adams Morgan. Despite being a major city, D.C. has immense green spaces like Rock Creek Park, the National Arboretum, and the National Mall for running, cycling, and picnics. With Cedar Hill RMC located on the Green Line, you have excellent commuting flexibility.

Compensation:

The base salary for a full-time day NP hospitalist is $160,000/year, with opportunities for performance-based bonuses and growth. Additional compensation is paid for shifts worked above full-time commitment.

Jill Albach, Associate Sr. Director, Clinical Recruitment | jalbach@soundphysicians.com(opens in new window) | (301) 532-2828

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Our values in action

Uncompromising Care:

You deliver thoughtful, evidence-based care across diverse inpatient populations. We support you with tools and workflows that enhance your clinical impact because every patient deserves excellence.
Collaboration:

You are part of a tightly integrated team of APPs and physicians who work in partnership with nurses, specialists, and case managers to ensure coordinated, efficient care throughout the hospital stay.
Accountability:

You lead with intention, owning your role in shaping patient care, mentoring peers, and contributing to performance across key metrics like length of stay, readmissions, and patient satisfaction.
Ingenuity & Empathy:

You bring steady leadership and innovative thinking to complex clinical and operational challenges, balancing precision with compassion for patients, families, and your team.

Career Path

Trainee
Practicing
Single-site Leadership
Multi-site Leadership
Specialty Leadership

Trainee :
Start your journey as a new graduate or transition to an unfamiliar role by completing a structured clinical training program focused on developing essential competencies for high-quality patient care. This training is supplemented by a self-directed didactic curriculum to build a knowledge base and support ongoing professional growth.
Practicing :
Continue your career as a practicing clinician by continually expanding your clinical expertise and delivering exemplary patient care. Develop foundational leadership skills and contribute to organizational excellence by engaging in committees and supporting the implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
Single-site Leadership :
Assume leadership responsibilities at the practice level as a Lead Advanced Practice Provider, Associate Medical Director, or Medical Director. In these roles, you will oversee clinical teams, collaborate with hospital partners, and ensure both operational and clinical excellence within a single-site setting.
Multi-site Leadership :
Expand your impact by supporting multiple practices as a Regional or Divisional Lead Advanced Practice Provider. These roles emphasize the recruitment and retention of Advanced Practice Providers and facilitate team integration initiatives.
Specialty Leadership :
Advance to senior leadership as Chief Advanced Practice Officer, where you will collaborate with service line leaders to influence organizational programs and lead initiatives that develop team-based care models on a national scale.

Hear from our team

“Our advanced practice providers work in a team-based care model alongside their physician colleagues. They're driving the care for their patients, but at the same time, they have that physician collaborator there. If they have a question, if they need another set of eyes on the patient, the physician is there to do that. This provides our advanced practice providers with the support needed to practice at the top of their license.”

APRIL BURKE, PA-C
Chief Advanced Practice Officer
“Our team includes physicians and APPs, and we succeed because we work as an integrated, mission‑driven team focused on exceptional bedside care.”

Pamela Roy-Kondepati, DO
Medical Director
“I love what I do and am willing to go above and beyond for patient care. I truly try to treat patients as if they were family.”

Katie Cranfill, PA-C
Hospital Medicine APP LEAD
“My proudest moments are complex cases where I can contribute to improving a patient's outcome.”

Tianna Dampman, PA-C
Hospital Medicine APP LEAD