Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA/APP) - Emergency Medicine/Department

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider to join their dynamic emergency medicine team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced academic clinical environment, providing critical patient care and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The position includes a rotating schedule with nights and weekends, ensuring a diverse and engaging work experience. Candidates should possess a master's degree and relevant certifications, making this an exciting opportunity for those passionate about emergency medicine and patient advocacy.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing or PA program with a master's degree.
• Virginia licensure or eligibility as an Advanced Practice Provider.
• Current BLS, PALS/NRP, and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the healthcare team to facilitate patient care.
• Perform health assessments and emergency procedures as needed.
• Manage patients according to UVA policies and procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Independent Judgment

Health Assessments

Emergency Procedures

Diagnostic Studies

Medication Management

Patient Education

Professional Development

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing or PA Program

Job description

UVA Health Emergency Medicine is seeking an experienced APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate) to collaborate with an exceptional interprofessional team to staff a medical center emergency department. This position requires an innovative and collaborative individual who thrives in a fast-paced academic clinical environment. The position involves working a rotating schedule, including nights and weekends.

Interview Process

1. Initial virtual interviews, approximately 1 hour in length.
2. Potential second-round in-person interviews.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the medical director, management, nursing, and other team members to facilitate patient care.
• Exercise independent judgment in assessment, diagnosis, and initiation of medical processes, within credentialing limits.
• Perform and document health histories and physical assessments, including emergency procedures as needed.
• Formulate diagnoses, identify problems, and communicate with the healthcare team.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies.
• Perform procedures within scope and credentialing.
• Order medications and treatments according to regulations.
• Request consultations and make referrals as needed.
• Evaluate patient responses to interventions.
• Provide education and support to patients and families.
• Participate in on-call duties as appropriate.
• Manage patients following UVA policies and procedures.
• Report critical health information to authorities in a timely manner.
• Meet quality standards and participate in committees and educational activities.
• Involve in clinical education of students and residents.
• Maintain accurate documentation and coding.
• Engage in professional development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Details

Compensation Range: $100,817.60 - $161,304.00 annually.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or PA program with a master's degree.
• Virginia licensure or eligibility as an Advanced Practice Provider.
• Current BLS, PALS/NRP, and ACLS certifications as required.

Physical Demands

Standing for prolonged periods, bending, reaching, repetitive motions, lifting/pushing/pulling 50-100 lbs., and exposure to various physical and infectious hazards.

The University of Virginia and UVA Health System are committed to diversity and are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to various protected characteristics.