Advanced Practice Provider (Acute Care NP/PA) Neuro Intensive Care Unit III - Neuro Expansion (Sign-on Bonus Eligible!)

About the Role

Seeking an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA‑C) with neurocritical care or critical care experience for a position within the Neuro Intensive Care Program. New graduates with extensive ICU experience will be considered. The Cleveland Clinic Neurological Intensive Care Unit is a state‑of‑the‑art 24‑bed academic program led by 11 neurointensivists, 15 APPs, and 5‑6 neuro‑critical care fellows, with additional resident support from Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Anesthesia. Patient management is multidisciplinary, involving neurosurgery, neurology, vascular neurology, specially trained RNs, dedicated respiratory therapists, PharmDs and others. The program treats acute neurological diseases such as acute ischemic stroke, ICH, SAH, subdural hematoma, status epilepticus, meningitis, and many other conditions. Opportunities are available to pursue interests in education, clinical research, and multimodal monitoring.

Practice at Top of License

• Full scope of autonomy as an ACNP or PA‑C
• Admitting and discharging patients
• ICU procedures and more
• Critical care, rapid response, peri‑operative care

Schedule

Rotating days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

Sign‑On Bonus

Enticing sign‑on bonus available to eligible new graduates and experienced providers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough medical histories and complete physical examinations as indicated.
• Initiate appropriate laboratory, radiology, or other special tests and interpret results to develop diagnoses and treatment plans.
• Perform and interpret common diagnostic procedures (laboratory, radiologic, cardiographic, etc.) as credentialed.
• Perform routine and specialized procedures as credentialed.
• Prescribe and monitor medications within scope of licensure and Cleveland Clinic policies.
• Educate patients about disease, treatments, medication side effects, and hazards.
• Participate in medical team rounds and collaborate with nursing, medical, and other healthcare team members.
• Refer patients to specialists as appropriate.
• Serve as liaison to ensure continuity of care across multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in quality monitoring through record and treatment plan review.
• Facilitate appropriate length of stay, discharge planning, and regulatory compliance.
• Support professional development of the healthcare team.
• Promote translation of evidence‑based practices, guidelines, and research.
• May conduct research studies, assist in data collection and analysis.
• May serve as clinical preceptor for students and onboard new caregivers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Qualifications

• APRN: MSN required upon hire or within 3 years of hire (or equivalent for internal hires transitioning to APRN role).
• Graduate of an accredited APRN program; for neonatal care service area, Master’s degree required upon hire.
• PA: Graduate of an A.R.C.‑approved Physician Assistant program with a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or higher.
• Oral and written communication proficiency in English.

Certifications

• Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner and RN (for NP) or as a Physician Assistant.
• National certification as a Nurse Practitioner (or PA‑C certification through NCCPA).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) as required by work setting.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) or Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) may be required based on setting.
• DEA license or designee as required.
• Credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and Governing Body of the applicable hospitals.
• Physician supervision agreement and signed addendum.

Complexity of Work

• Excellent analytical and decision‑making skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Competency in advanced assessment, diagnosis, and EMR utilization.
• High standard of moral and ethical behavior, compassion, professionalism, and commitment to excellent patient care.
• Critical thinking, decisive judgement, and ability to work independently in stressful environments.

Work Experience

Related clinical experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk and stand for long periods.
• Manual dexterity, finger coordination, and eye‑hand coordination for examinations.
• Corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Occasionally lift and carry items up to 50 lb.
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases and body fluids; use of standard precautions and personal protective equipment.

Pay Range

Minimum Annual Salary: $101,900.00 – Maximum Annual Salary: $173,220.00. The range reflects anticipated compensation for new hires and may vary based on responsibilities, experience, skills, schedule, education, and licensure