Neurocritical Care APP: Lead Across NNICU & NIMU

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package:Medical

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings

Long-term and Short-term Disability

Health Saving Plans and Flexible Spend

Certification and Education Support

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville seeks an Advanced Practice Provider to join the NNICU and NIMU, delivering high‑acuity care across neurocritical needs. You will collaborate with neurology, neurosurgery, and critical care teams to manage adult patients and ensure continuity as they move through hospitalization.

Onboarding is individualized, with six months for new graduates and three months for experienced providers, emphasizing clinical knowledge, procedures, and progressive independence in a

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master’s degree.
• Licensure as an Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) in Virginia, with required certification and ongoing credentialing.
• Experience in neurocritical care or ICU is preferred; new graduates may be considered with extended orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and managing complex neurocritical care patients with the care team.
• Developing evidence‑based plans of care and responding to changing clinical conditions.
• Building proficiency and autonomy in critical care procedures.
• Providing clear, compassionate communication to patients and families.
• Advocating for holistic, family‑centered care.
• Contributing to education of learners and rotating residents.
• Participating in a team‑oriented clinical environment.

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant

Job description

UVA Health in Charlottesville seeks an Advanced Practice Provider to join the NNICU and NIMU, delivering high‑acuity care across neurocritical needs. You will collaborate with neurology, neurosurgery, and critical care teams to manage adult patients and ensure continuity as they move through hospitalization.

Onboarding is individualized, with six months for new graduates and three months for experienced providers, emphasizing clinical knowledge, procedures, and progressive independence in a