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

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 SummaryThe 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. Neurocritical Care 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. 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 need determined by overall census. (90%) - 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 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 of ering 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 - 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. "Denver Health is committed to provide equal treatment and equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Denver Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religi