Neurocritical Care Inpatient Advanced Practice Provider

MetroHealth; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Liability insurance

CME allowance

OPERS pension

Job summary

MetroHealth in Cleveland is expanding access to inpatient neurology and neurocritical care, seeking Nurse Practitioners and/or Physician Assistants to join a transition to a 24-bed multi-acuity neuroscience unit. Training is provided, with onboarding before independent practice.

APPs will join a collegial department collaborating with physicians and advanced providers. The role emphasizes management of neurocritical care, stroke and seizures, and Brain Attack services, in a competitive

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited DNP or MSN APRN program.
• Current RN and APRN license in the state of Ohio.
• Board Certification as APRN in specialty.
• Current BLS; ACLS or obtain within first year.
• Meets the requirements/qualifications for medical staff privileges in the department.

Responsibilities

• Management of neurocritical care and step-down patients with an attending physician.
• Management of regular neurology floor patients with neurologic disorders (stroke or seizures).
• Provision of Brain Attack evaluation and treatment services.

Skills

Inpatient neurology experience

Neurocritical care exposure

Education

DNP or MSN APRN program

Ohio RN license

APRN board certification

BLS

ACLS or obtain within 1 year

Job description

The Department of Neurology at MetroHealth is expanding patient access to inpatient Neurology and Neurocritical Care and is looking for Nurse Practitioners and/or Physician Assistants who are interested in making a difference! We are transitioning to a 24-bed multi-acuity neuroscience unit and are seeking highly motivated, adaptable individuals with an interest in caring for these patients to partner with experienced Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) and physicians in a collegial and collaborative department. We will provide training in the neurologic exam, common acute neurologic conditions, neuroimaging, EEG, common neurocritical procedures and extensive onboarding/training before independent work.

Qualifications strongly preferred:

• Nurse Practitioners with Acute Care Certification or Physician Assistants with inpatient neurology, neurocritical care or neurosurgery experience

Responsibilities will include:

• Management of neurocritical care and step-down patients in collaboration with an attending physician
• Management of regular nursing floor patients with neurologic disorders, mostly stroke or seizures
• Provision of Brain Attack evaluation and treatment services

Requirements to be considered

Nurse Practitioner required credentials:

• Graduate of an accredited DNP or MSN Advanced Practice Registered Nurse program
• Current RN and APRN license in the state of Ohio
• Board Certification as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in specialty.
• Current BLS
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or obtains within first year of practice
• Meets the requirements/qualifications for medical staff clinical privileges in the specialty/department within MetroHealth
• Maintains a standard care arrangement with physician and renews as required by the Ohio Board of Nursing

Physician Assistant required credentials:

• Graduate of an accredited Doctoral or MS Physician Assistant program.
• Current PA licensure in the State of Ohio.
• Board Certification as a Physician Assistant from NCCP
• Current BLS
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or obtains within first year of practice
• Meets the requirements/qualifications for medical staff clinical privileges in the specialty/department within MetroHealth
• Maintains a supervision agreement with physician and renews as required by the Ohio Board of Medicine

APPs at MetroHealth are afforded voting membership within the medical staff. We offer a competitive compensation package, health insurance, paid time off, liability insurance, CME allowance, malpractice coverage, and an impressive pension program with a generous employer match through the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).

Cleveland offers an extensive Metroparks system with thousands of miles of green space, award-winning eateries, an incredible arts scene featuring the largest performing arts center outside of New York, and low cost of living. Cleveland has been named one of the top places to live in the country.

We have exceptional clinicians with extraordinary hearts, and we are looking for more to join us.

The MetroHealth System and Case Western Reserve University does not discriminate in recruitment, employment, or policy administration on the basis of race, religion, age, sex, color, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, or status as a disabled veteran or other protected veteran under U.S. federal law.

Qualifications:

Required: MSN or grandfathered under Ohio Revised Code Graduate of an accredited advanced practice registered nurse program Current registered nurse licensure in the state of Ohio Certificate of Authority as an Advanced Practice Nurse from the Ohio Board of Nursing Certification as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in specialty. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association or obtains within 90 days of hire. Obtains other advanced life support certifications applicable to practice area within 180 days of hire Meets the requirements/qualifications for clinical privileges in the specialty/department with The MetroHealth System and must report to Medical Staff Office at time of hire to apply for clinical privileges Maintains a standard care arrangement and renews/signs it as required by the Ohio Board of Nursing Note: Other department specific qualifications for providers will be addressed through the Certificate of Authority and credentialing process. Preferred: Have or be able to apply for a Certificate to Prescribe/Externship from the Ohio Board of Nursing Physical Demands: