Neurocritical Care APP, Lead (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)

About the role

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Neurocritical Care APP, Lead (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our team! We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency.

Department

Neurointensivists

Job Summary

The Lead Neurocritical Care APP will provide in-house coverage for neurologically injured patients at night within the Neurocritical Care Unit (NCCU) and with oversight from an attending Neurointensivist. The APP will be responsible for providing care for patients with blunt and penetrating traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, status epilepticus, encephalitis, neuromuscular crisis and the perioperative care of complex neurosurgical patients. Neurocritical Care (NCC) APPs will provide in-house overnight coverage for patients on both the primary NCC service and occasionally Surgical ICU (SICU) patients as needed depending on census. The lead APP will provide guidance for the Neurocritical Care service in association with the Chief of Neurocritical Care, and will take an active role in planning, recruitment, scheduling, template development, professional performance, regulatory compliance, medical education, and patient experience. They will also act as a champion to promote positive departmental culture.

Essential Functions

• Under established guidelines and in collaboration and/or supervision with practice physician(s), Advanced Practitioners perform routine physical and neurologic examinations, admit patients to the neurocritical care unit and perform core ICU procedures including central and arterial line placement, lumbar punctures, flexible bronchoscopy, and intubation.
• NCCU APPs formulate medical and psychosocial plans to treat patients, and may have opportunities participate in bedside neurosurgical procedures including EVD, SEPS and intracranial pressure monitor (bolt) placement.
• NCCU APPs will operate under high autonomy, provide independent billing at night, and collaborate closely with NCCU/SICU nurses and techs, Neurosurgery APPs, and Surgical and Medical Intensive Care providers.
• Attends and participates in administrative staff meetings. Evaluates and updates policies and procedures. Communicates with clinical staff regarding any changes in practice policy, or changes in processes, etc. Assists coordination of continuing education in conjunction with NCC Director of Education. Continual involvement in interviewing and hiring (10%).

Education

• Master's Degree Required

Work Experience

• 1-3 years related clinical experience preferred
• Previous leadership experience as an APP preferred

Licenses

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required and
• NP-Nurse Practitioner - AANPCB - American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board Required or
• PA-Physician Assistant - State Medical Board Required

Shift Work Type

Regular

Salary

$128,100.00 - $144,800.00 / yr

Benefits

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer