Advanced Practice Provider Critical Care

Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider, you will join our collegial healthcare team in Tacoma at St. Joseph Medical Center. As part of our multi-disciplinary team, you will work closely with Board Certified physicians and a growing cohort of APPs, supported by a mature and innovative virtual ICU (VICU) that provides real-time monitoring and support. This role involves comprehensive patient management, from assessment and diagnosis to developing and executing treatment plans, performing critical invasive procedures, and ensuring continuity of care. This unique opportunity offers the chance to deliver high-acuity critical care across five diverse hospital settings, ranging from community hospitals to a tertiary-care medical center with advanced services including Cardiothoracic Surgery and Neurosurgery, and a Level II Trauma Center. Supportive and compassionate leadership team and schedule flexibility support true work-life balance. Every day you will provide compassionate and expert care, conducting thorough assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support the holistic well-being of patients and their families. To be successful in this role, you will be a skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, possessing expertise in diagnosing and managing complex diseases, alongside strong communication abilities. You will also demonstrate a deep commitment to patient-centered care and the capacity to thrive within a collegial and supportive environment. Work schedule 7:00pm - 7:00am primarily with some day shifts Provide comprehensive, high-quality patient care Conduct comprehensive evaluations of our patients Collaborate with other healthcare providers to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care Commit to clinical service excellence and demonstrate exceptional problem-solving abilities We are offering a guaranteed salary based on APP experience, a starting bonus, and relocation assistance. Retirement plans include both 401(k) and 457(b). Job Requirements Successful completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program Current Washington State ARNP or Physician Assistance license or have an active license prior to starting Washington license, ACLS, and DEA licensing required at the time of starting work Fundamentals of Critical Care Support and Palliative Academy in the first year of employment Ability to maintain positive working relationships with physicians, and hospital staff, patients and their families Excellent communication skills and professionalism Strong commitment to patient care team concept and privacy guidelines Preferred Ventilator management, central venous and arterial line placement, intubation and Point of Care Ultrasound preferred. Where You'll Work Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area. Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care. We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

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