Advanced Practice Provider (NNP/PA/APP) Neonatal Critical Care (NICU)

Go VCE; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

UVA Health’s NICU is a high‑acuity Level IV unit where Advanced Practice Providers deliver top‑of‑license care to critically ill neonates. You will perform complex procedures, use POCUS for line placement and diagnostics, and collaborate with neonatology, nursing, respiratory therapists, and surgical teams.

This role emphasizes family‑centered care, ongoing professional development, and a structured onboarding with mentorship.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master’s degree.
• License/credentialing requirements per Virginia regulations for APRN/PA.
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS/NRP as required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert, top‑of‑scope neonatal care in a Level IV NICU.
• Perform advanced procedures and use POCUS for line placement and diagnostics.
• Collaborate with neonatologists, nurses, and surgical teams.
• Engage in family‑centered care and education for families.
• Maintain documentation and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

Neonatal critical care

POCUS

Advanced procedures

Family-centered care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master’s degree (NP/PA)

Tools

POCUS

Intubation

Umbilical line placement

Central line insertion

Chest tube placement

Lumbar punctures

Job description

Deliver lifesaving care at the highest level of neonatal medicine within a rapidly expanding Level IV NICU. This role places you at the center of complex, high acuity care where your clinical expertise directly shapes outcomes for the most vulnerable patients and their families.

As an Advanced Practice Provider in UVA Health’s NICU, you will practice at the top of your license in a collaborative, academically driven environment. This is an opportunity to build deep neonatal expertise, perform advanced procedures, and grow your career in a unit experiencing significant expansion and investment.

The Role

In this high acuity NICU setting, no two shifts are the same. You’ll care for critically ill neonates while working alongside an interdisciplinary team committed to evidence‑based, family centered care. The unit’s pace is dynamic, the clinical complexity is high, and the impact is profound.

A typical experience in this role includes:

• Managing premature and critically ill neonates, including complex congenital cardiac conditions requiring surgical intervention
• Performing advanced procedures such as:
  • Intubation
  • Umbilical line placement
  • Central line insertion
  • Chest tube placement
  • Lumbar punctures
• Utilizing Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) for line placement and lung diagnostics
• Collaborating closely with neonatologists, nurses, respiratory therapists, and surgical teams
• Engaging in family-centered care, supporting and guiding families through critical moments
• Practicing in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment that demands clinical excellence and adaptability

Schedule & Work Style:

• Full-time: 13 shifts per 4-week block (12-hour shifts)
• Rotating days and nights
• Self-scheduling model designed to support work-life balance

You will be supported by a structured onboarding experience tailored to your background, with individualized orientation timelines and strong mentorship to ensure success at every stage of your career.

https://app.uvahs.org/

Advanced Practice Provider Scope of Practice:

Clinical

• Provides expert evidence‑based, top‑of‑scope care in their clinical practice
• Acts as part of a specialty team, collaborating with other clinicians as appropriate
• Provides health education to patients
• Maintains accurate, timely, and thorough documentation
• Ensures compliance with institutional and regulatory standards

Leadership

• Supports development of best practices and protocols in specialty
• Serves on committees and workgroups to enhance patient care
• Provides education to learners in the clinical space
• Mentors new team members

Administration

• Contributes to clinical quality improvement work
• Participates in professional governance through the APP Council
• Attends team development meetings at local and departmental levels

Professional

• Adheres to ASPIRE values in all professional interactions
• Maintains appropriate licenses, certifications, and specialty training competencies
• Participates in local, state, and national professional organizations

Background checks and pre‑employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. All safety‑sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen.

Why UVA Health

UVA Health offers the rare combination of academic medicine, advanced clinical capability, and a supportive team culture, all within a health system that is actively expanding and investing in neonatal care.

This NICU is part of a top‑ranked children’s hospital and operates as a Level IV referral center, delivering the most advanced neonatal care available. You will join during a transformative period of growth, with the NICU expanding significantly to meet rising demand for complex care.

What sets this opportunity apart:

• High-acuity Level IV NICU environment with ECMO capabilities and exposure to the most complex neonatal cases
• Major expansion initiative, growing capacity and creating opportunities for career advancement and leadership
• Strong team‑oriented culture that supports both experienced clinicians and new graduates
• Robust professional development pathways, including opportunities in:
  • Clinical specialization
  • Education and mentorship
  • Research and academic involvement
  • Quality improvement and leadership
• Highly individualized onboarding and training, including transition‑to‑practice programs for new graduates
• Commitment to work‑life balance through flexible, self‑scheduled shifts
• A culture that values continuous learning, resilience, and collaboration

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Why People Love Living in Charlottesville

Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life that makes it easy to balance a demanding clinical career with personal wellbeing. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area is known for its natural beauty, vibrant food and wine scene, and rich cultural offerings. Residents enjoy easy access to hiking, outdoor recreation, and scenic landscapes, while also benefiting from a welcoming, community‑oriented atmosphere. With a strong sense of place and a pace that supports both professional fulfillment and personal renewal, Charlottesville is an ideal home for healthcare professionals seeking balance and connection.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master’s degree.

Experience: Department and unit specific.

Licensure: License or license eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner, and Physician Associate) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Health System, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and appropriate certifying bodies. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS/NRP, as required, specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required, specific to position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings
• Long‑term and Short‑term Disability
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and Education Support

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .