Neuroscience ICU APP/PA — Critical Care Innovator

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) for the Neuroscience ICU team. The role involves inpatient critical care for complex neurologic and neurosurgical patients, with rotating shifts including weekends.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. The APP collaborates with Attending Physicians to deliver diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive care, including orders, tests, diagnoses, and medications within

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Midwife or Physician Assistant Program.
• Current Virginia licensure as NP/PA or eligibility.
• Experience caring for neuro/critical care populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides high-quality medical and/or surgical patient care in collaboration with Attending Physician.
• Performs histories and physicals; orders and interprets tests; diagnoses and treats illnesses.
• Assists with surgical procedures; prescribes medications where appropriate and within scope.

Skills

Clinical experience with population

Cultural responsiveness

Education

Graduation from accredited NP/PA program

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) for the Neuroscience ICU team. The role involves inpatient critical care for complex neurologic and neurosurgical patients, with rotating shifts including weekends.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. The APP collaborates with Attending Physicians to deliver diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive care, including orders, tests, diagnoses, and medications within