Neurocritical Care APP Nocturnist (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Neurocritical Care APP Nocturnist (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our team!

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Department

Neurointensivists

Job Summary

Denver Health Medical Center is recruiting for a nights Neurocritical Care APP. The Neurocritical Care APP (Advanced Practice Provider), under established guidelines and in collaboration and/or supervision with practice physician(s), will 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. The NCCU APP will 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. The APP 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. NCCU beds are located within the SICU plant, with overnight coverage for SICU primary patients is provided by surgery or emergency medicine residents. The NCCU APP will also be expected to provide cross-coverage on surgical and trauma patients in SICU when needed, as determined by overall census.

Essential Functions:

• Patient Evaluation: Conduct patient evaluations, obtain medical histories and perform physical exams. Complete required chart documentation. (45%)
• Perform procedures including but not limited EVDs and bolt removal. Perform core ICU procedures including central and arterial line placement, lumbar punctures, flexible bronchoscopy, and intubation (35%)
• Teaches medical students, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and nursing students who are in a neurosurgery rotation. (20%)

Education:

• Master's Degree for physician assistant and successful completion of certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Required

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years Related clinical experience preferred

Licenses:

• PA-Physician Assistant - State Medical Board Required and
• PAC-Certified Physician Assistant - NCCPA - National Commission for Certifying Agencies Required and
• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of medical principles and procedures.
• Skill in performing physical exams, formulation assessments of and treatment plans for patients.
• Ordering appropriate diagnostic studies to aid in diagnosis.
• Knowledge of appropriate administration and prescription of medications.
• Ability to exercise initiative and judgment in selecting proper treatment.
• Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Ability to competently perform Neurology specific procedures.
• Ability to enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs and continuing education.
• Accountability for role in department's productivity, efficiency and financial viability.
• Computer skills required.
• Computer skills preferred.

Shift

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$128,100.00 - $144,800.00 / yr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• 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%

• Generous 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

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net health care system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.