Critical Care, Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, NeuroICU

Job DescriptionIntroductionOur commitment to the communities we serve never wavers. We use knowledge and innovation to create breakthrough medicine. To create jobs. To make life better for those we serve. We are leaders in the training of physicians and those who work in every facet of health care. We make outstanding care accessible for all, regardless of ability to pay. We stand for quality, compassion, dignity, opportunity, fairness and the relentless pursuit of healing.About the Critical Care APP TeamJoin a dynamic and highly skilled team of over 70 nurse practitioners and physician assistants who:Provide coverage across 8 adult ICUsPerform lifesaving procedures and manage complex conditionsPractice at the top of their license with autonomy and collaborationEmbrace education, mentorship, and continuous professional developmentAre essential and respected members of our interdisciplinary ICU care teamWe value motivated, growth-oriented clinicians who thrive in a high-functioning and supportive environment.Position SummaryUMass Memorial Health is seeking a committed and compassionate Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our adult critical care team. In this role, you will perform comprehensive assessments, diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions, and deliver expert care with a high degree of autonomy. You will also engage in education, quality improvement, and leadership initiatives that support patient outcomes and team development.Major Responsibilities:Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic testsConduct in-depth health histories and physical examinationsAnalyzes data collected to determine health status and identify differential diagnoses based on history, physical exam, and clinical findings.Develop and implement care plans with physicians and patientsManage therapeutic interventions and perform advanced proceduresReassess and modify plan treatment plans to achieve medical and health goals.Documents and communicate care outcomes and clinical findings to determine effectiveness of plan of care.Position Qualifications:License/Certification/Education:Required:For Nurse PractitionersMaster s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program (preferably ACNP/AGACNP)Current Massachusetts NP licenseBoard Certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).Acute Care/Critical Care clinical experience requiredMassachusetts Controlled Substances Registration and federal DEA Controlled Substance RegistrationFor Physician AssistantsBachelor s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.Current Massachusetts license, issued by the Physician Assistant BoardCurrent certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).Acute Care/Critical Care clinical experience requiredMassachusetts Controlled Substances Registration and federal DEA Controlled Substance RegistrationBenefit Highlights:Relocation Bonus of up to $5,000Tuition ReimbursementLoan ForgivenessMatching 401k and Pension PlanGenerous paid time offCME Time and Practice AllowanceComprehensive health, dental, and vision insuranceWhy UMass Memorial Health:Centrally located in Massachusetts, UMass Memorial Health is the premier academic health system in the region, known for our clinical excellence, leading cutting-edge research, and a deep commitment to community health.Many of our physicians also serve as faculty at UMass Chan Medical School, reinforcing our mission of innovation, education, and collaborative care.We are a Lean organization, continuously improving how we work and how we serve. Here, your professional development is a priority, and your ideas matter.Each one of us contributes to shaping a culture that promotes kindness, respect, tolerance, partnerships, and inclusivity.Standards Of Respect:We are committed to fostering and embracing a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Creating a diverse environment of professors and clinicians who offer unique insights and perspectives as we teach the next generation of physicians is critical to our mission. We are