Neurocritical Care NP/PA — Night Shift

100 LCMC Health; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health in Metairie, LA is seeking a Neuro Critical Care NP or PA for full-time night shifts (12-hour). This role supports a 24-hour neurocritical service with physician backing and a dedicated APP lead.

You will participate in orientation, patient management, transition across settings, and education of patients, families, and staff, with emphasis on safety and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing or physician assistant practice.
• Active LA RN/APRN or PA license with applicable certifications.
• BLS and ACLS certification required; NP/PA certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess complex neurocritical patients and determine urgent and emergent care needs.
• Perform therapeutic interventions within scope, evaluating risks, benefits and costs.
• Develop, document, and adjust care plans; monitor changes in patient condition.
• Coordinate patient transitions between care settings.
• Educate patients, families, nurses, and providers; serve as consultant to team.
• Engage in scholarly activities, maintain competencies, mentor staff and students.
• Promote patient safety, report errors, and contribute to safety improvements.

Education

Master’s degree from an approved Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Louisiana RN/APRN or PA licensure

BLS, ACLS, NP/PA certifications

Job description

LCMC Health in Metairie, LA is seeking a Neuro Critical Care NP or PA for full-time night shifts (12-hour). This role supports a 24-hour neurocritical service with physician backing and a dedicated APP lead.

You will participate in orientation, patient management, transition across settings, and education of patients, families, and staff, with emphasis on safety and continuous learning.