Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA/APP) Pediatric Critical Care-PICU

UVA Health Children’s Hospital is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider to join the Pediatric Critical Care and Cardiac Critical Care teams. Our group provides direct patient care services for critically ill children aged 0-21 with acute, complex, critical, and chronic illness in a 25-bed unit with dedicated medical and cardiac teams. We maintain an active congenital heart surgery, heart failure, and transplant program including extracorporeal support and have exciting plans to expand dedicated CICU services to a newly constructed space in early 2028.

The APP team manages patients collaboratively with all members of the critical care team. Ample opportunities exist for research, quality improvement, and programmatic development. 6 to 12 months of onboarding provided as new practitioners transition to practice.

1) Administration

Partner with the health system to optimize patient flow, operational efficiency, and access to care

Support implementation of enhanced care delivery models designed to improve patient health outcomes and satisfaction

Participate in performance improvement, data reporting, and outcomes tracking for quality metrics

2) Professional

Work collaboratively with all levels of personnel

Maintain active involvement in education, consultation, research and leadership initiatives throughout the department, organization, and profession

Clearly articulate scope of practice, and practice within those guidelines as a Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant in the Commonwealth of Virginia and within the University of Virginia Health System

3) Clinical

Exercise independent decision making in the assessment, diagnosis, and development of the plan of care for critically ill children

Independently seek out resources and work collaboratively to solve complex problems

Ensure accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record and adherence to UVA Health documentation and compliance standards

Support the evaluation and care coordination of patients

Provide patient and family education regarding disease processes, treatment options, and procedural care

4) Leadership

Provide mentorship and education to students and staff members

Provide leadership in clinical area of expertise and in meeting organizational goals

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master’s degree.

Experience: Department and unit specific.

Licensure: License or license eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner, and Physician Associate) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Health System, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and appropriate certifying bodies. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS/NRP, as required, specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required, specific to position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Benefits

- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Retirement Savings
- Long-term and Short-term Disability
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and Education Support

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .