Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP/APP) - Clinical Nurse Specialist-Transplant

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville, Virginia, Evanston Township (VA, MN, IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as an Advanced Practice Provider-Clinical Nurse Specialist, where you'll play a crucial role in the Charles O. Strickler Transplant Center. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse team of healthcare professionals dedicated to improving patient health through advanced nursing consultation and evidence-based practices. You'll lead quality improvement initiatives, mentor staff, and engage in innovative research activities. If you're passionate about enhancing health outcomes and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required; 2+ years of adult transplant CNS experience preferred.
• Virginia licensure or eligibility as an APP CNS.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage care for patients with complex health issues.
• Lead initiatives to enhance patient care and analyze data impacts.
• Engage in research activities and mentor staff in evidence-based practice.

Skills

Advanced Nursing Consultation

Evidence-Based Care Practices

Leadership and Mentorship

Quality Improvement Initiatives

Research and Innovation

Education

Master's Degree as an Advanced Practice Provider

Job description

This Advanced Practice Provider-Clinical Nurse Specialist (APP-CNS) is a vital member of the Charles O. Strickler Transplant Center's Leadership Council, supporting adult and pediatric solid organ transplant clinical practice across the entire care continuum, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance initiatives. The APP-CNS provides specialty nursing consultation and collaborates with teams to design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based care practices for the only comprehensive transplant center in Virginia.

Team Composition and Mission

The interprofessional transplant team includes experienced registered nurses, transplant coordinators, social workers, physicians, nurse practitioners, nutritionists, neuropsychologists, pharmacy specialists, and surgical and medical specialists. The APP-CNS collaborates with a team of CNSs to meet the team’s mission: to improve patient health by providing advanced nursing consultation, optimizing evidence-based care, ensuring patient safety, and applying systems thinking to impact care and enhance health outcomes within specialty populations. Candidates with Adult Acute/Geriatric or Critical Care CNS certifications are preferred.

Experience and Credentialing

Minimum of 2+ years of adult transplant CNS experience preferred. Final hiring decisions are contingent upon successful credentialing/privileging and obtaining a prescriptive license.

Key Responsibilities

1. Expert Clinical Practice: Evaluate and manage care for patients with complex health issues, develop treatment plans, perform procedures, prescribe interventions, and facilitate collaboration among care teams.
2. Leadership and Mentorship: Foster a respectful, communicative environment, mentor staff, and promote professional practice within the healthcare community.
3. Quality Improvement: Lead and participate in initiatives to enhance patient care, analyze data, and evaluate practice impacts on outcomes and costs.
4. Innovation and Research: Engage in research activities, mentor staff in evidence-based practice, and disseminate knowledge through outreach and conferences.
5. Professional Development: Maintain licensure and certifications, participate in organizations and policy initiatives, and pursue ongoing education.

Position Details

Salary Range: $87,755.20 - $140,400.00 annually.

Minimum Requirements

• Master's Degree as an Advanced Practice Provider (Clinical Nurse Specialist).
• 2+ years of adult transplant CNS experience preferred.
• Virginia licensure or eligibility as an APP CNS.
• Current BLS certification; PALS/NRP and ACLS as required by position.

Physical Demands and Equal Opportunity

The role requires physical activity including standing, traveling, lifting, and exposure to chemicals and biological hazards. UVA is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer, providing consideration without discrimination based on race, gender, age, or other protected characteristics.