APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant), Neuro Critical Care, Harborview Medical Center

Job Description

Harborview Medical Center

APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant), Neuro Critical Care

*This opening is for 90% FTE, Days, and also including some nights, holidays, and week-ends.

The APP will work under the supervision of the NCCS attending staff that includes Anesthesia, Neurology, and Pulmonary/Critical Care physicians. 

Neuro Critical Care at Harborview Medical Center takes care of a patient population that includes Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Intracranial Hemorrhage, Acute Ischemic Stroke, Seizure and Status Epilepticus, Isolated Traumatic Brain Injuries, Neuromuscular disorders, Brain Tumors, CNS infections, hypoxemic-ischemic encephalopathy, Spinal Cord Injury, and post-operative spine patients

· Perform patient care to include admitting new patients, participating in daily patient rounds, daily care evaluation and management of ICU patients, writing daily progress notes and formulating/implementing plans · Collaborate with acute care services (ortho spine, neurosurgery, and neurology services) to daily sign out patients leaving the unit · Use ICU Checklist on morning rounds to complete the daily checklist for each patient to ensure proper care and communication with nursing staff · Facilitate family meetings and participate in goal of care discussions as appropriate

· Perform procedures including Central Venous Catheters, Arterial Lines, Bronchoscopy, Lumbar Punctures, Point of Care Ultrasound · Quality Improvement and Research including QI meetings and ongoing QI projects

REQUIREMENTS

· If ARNP: Master’s or Doctorate degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing; and Washington State Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner License with prescriptive privileges; and national certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (additional note - FNPs will also be considered, if having at least 5 years critical care experience).

· If PA-C: Licensure as a Physician’s Assistant in the State of Washington; and certification from national certifying body (NCCPA).

• BLS/ACLS certification required

• Applicant must be eligible to receive hospital staff appointments for adjunct staff membership by the Organized Medical Staff of the hospital under Medical Staff By-Laws for hospital-based positions.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$131,316.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$205,548.00 annual

Other Compensation:

$5/hour nights $4/hour week-ends Re-location incentive amount for eligible new hires if applicable

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

90.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU 1199NW HMC PA-ARNP

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.