Critical Care APP (Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant) - Anesthesiology

Washington University in St. Louis

18h • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated Critical Care APP Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team. This Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider position is eligible for a $15,000 sign-on bonus and $5,000 relocation reimbursement, which will be discussed with interviewed candidates. In addition, hires are eligible for additional compensation bonuses tied to productivity and retention. These positions offer billable hours, shift and holiday differential, and monthly bonuses. The advanced practice provider will be employed by the Department of Anesthesiology within WashU Medicine, a top ranked medical school in the country. The APP will work at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, a nationally recognized Magnet center and ranked among the nation’s best hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, and/or affiliated BJC community hospitals, and telemedicine. Opportunities include cardiothoracic ICU, surgical/burn/trauma ICU, combined medical/surgical ICUs, and telemedicine. ICU work locations will be determined based on the applicant's experience and professional interests. Will practice as an independent provider in collaboration with a fellowship trained intensivist within diverse, skilled, inter-professional critical care teams. The environment is challenging and rewarding and allows the APP the opportunity to practice to the fullest extent of their scope of practice. The Advanced Practice Provider (Critical Care) provides advanced care to critically ill patients usually in an ICU or Emergency Department or an intensive surgical area required strong procedural skills, critical thinking and the ability to manage high acuity patients independently under the collaboration with an intensivist. Requirements for this role include a master’s or doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care certification) or Physician Assistant with concentrated critical care experience or knowledge. Oversees the plan of care ordering tests, medications and treatments for complex conditions.

Requirements

• Master's or doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care certification) or Physician Assistant with concentrated critical care experience or knowledge.
• Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) - American Nurses Credentialing Center
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association
• Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
• Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
• Certified Nurse Practitioner - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
• Certified Nurse Practitioner - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
• Certified Nurse Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
• Physician Assistant - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
• Physician Assistant - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
• Z - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association
• Nurse Practitioner Master of Science in Nursing with emphasis in the Nurse Practitioner program.
• Certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or recent completion/anticipated completion of accredited ACNP program
• APRN licensure (or ability to successfully obtain licensure within three months of date of hire).
• Active licensure to practice in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, and in good standing (or ability to obtain).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days.
• Graduate of PA program.
• Current PA licensure to practice in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location (or ability to obtain within three months of date of hire).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days.

Nice To Haves

• M.S.N. - Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Practitioner
• Master's degree - Physician Assistant Studies
• Relevant Experience (1 Year)

Responsibilities

• Obtaining medical histories
• Performing physical examinations
• Participating in inter-professional rounds
• Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests
• Designing and implementing plans of care
• Performing invasive procedures

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation
• 10 recognized holidays
• Sick time
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges
• Annual health screenings
• Mental health resources
• Mindfulness programs and courses
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Financial resources
• Access to dietitians
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
• Family care resources
• Adult care resources
• Tuition coverage for you and your family (up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees