Critical Care/ICU/PICU/NICU Physician Assistant

Neurocritical Care Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (NP / PA) Permanent Virginia $129,000-$185,000 Annually

Palm Health Resources is recruiting a Neurocritical Care Advanced Practice Provider for a full-time, permanent opportunity with an established academic healthcare organization in Virginia. This position offers the opportunity to work in a high-acuity Neuroscience ICU and Neuro Intermediate Care Unit, caring for patients with complex neurological and neurosurgical conditions in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. We are seeking an experienced or highly motivated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with neurocritical care, neurology, neurosurgery, or ICU experience who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care. Position Highlights Location:

Virginia Employment Type:

Full-Time, Permanent Compensation:

Approximately $129,000-$185,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications Schedule:

Three 12-hour shifts weekly, plus one additional 12-hour shift monthly Rotation:

Days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays Clinical Setting:

Academic Neuroscience ICU and Neuro Intermediate Care Patient Population:

Critically ill patients with complex neurological and neurosurgical conditions Practice Environment:

Collaborative team of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Critical Care physicians, APPs, and specialists Growth:

Individualized onboarding, professional development, and opportunities in research, quality improvement, and education Key Responsibilities Evaluate and manage critically ill neurological and neurosurgical patients. Perform comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans. Manage patients across intensive and intermediate levels of care. Perform bedside procedures within approved scope of practice and clinical privileges. Collaborate with attending physicians, residents, nurses, and specialists. Participate in clinical rounds, care coordination, and patient-family education. Support evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and patient safety initiatives. Qualifications Required: Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant master's program. Eligibility for Virginia NP or PA licensure. Current BLS certification. Relevant advanced practice certification and eligibility for institutional credentialing. Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Preferred: Neurocritical care, neurology, neurosurgery, or ICU experience. Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary communication skills. Please note: This position requires inpatient acute or critical care qualifications. Outpatient-only experience does not meet the clinical requirements. Compensation & Benefits Competitive annual compensation of approximately $129,000-$185,000, based on experience. Comprehensive health and retirement benefits. Paid time off and professional development opportunities. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates. Why Consider This Opportunity? Join a high-acuity academic team where you can build expertise in advanced neurological critical care, contribute to complex patient care, and grow your career in a collaborative environment.

Apply Today If you are an NP or PA with neurocritical care, neuro, or ICU experience and are interested in a permanent opportunity in Virginia, we would welcome a confidential conversation about your experience, preferred schedule, and compensation expectations.