Aprn/pa - Neuro Critical Care

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
On-site
Neurocritical care
Patient assessment
Diagnose acute and chronic illnesses
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA) for their Neurocritical Care unit. The ideal candidate should possess relevant nursing or physician assistant qualifications along with experience in critical care settings

Job Summary

  • The Advanced Practice Provider will assist the Neurocritical Care neurologist on the inpatient Neurocritical Care service.
  • The APRN will be certified in NIHSS, Dysphagia Screen, and will be familiar with Modified Rankin Scores and the NCC protocols and stroke protocols and policies.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount, and Retirement match.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA) for their Neurocritical Care unit. The ideal candidate should possess relevant nursing or physician assistant qualifications along with experience in critical care settings.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Neurocritical Care
  • patient assessment
  • diagnose acute and chronic illnesses
  • order and interpret diagnostic tests
  • develop and manage treatment plans

Nice-to-have

  • teamwork and diversity
  • collaborative healthcare organization
  • quality improvement initiatives

Key Requirements

  • Master’s Degree in Nursing – Acute Care APRN
  • Three (3) years of nursing experience
  • Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas
  • APRN License
  • 1 year of APRN experience in an ICU or Neurology preferred
  • Master’s Degree – Physician Assistant
  • 1 year of PA experience in an ICU or Neurology
  • PA License

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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