Neuro ICU APRN

We are seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Nurse to lead a clinical care team in collaboration with physician sponsors, acting as a change agent for a specific patient population. The role integrates clinical expertise, education, research, and leadership to improve patient outcomes while supporting our commitment to compassionate, high‑quality care. Responsibilities Provides advanced direct and indirect care to patients and families, collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary team members. Leads staff education programs and partners with healthcare professionals to address the needs of patient populations. Provides evidence‑based consulting and research, partnering with professionals and departments to implement research findings and quality improvement initiatives. Exhibits clinical leadership to meet system, organizational, and departmental goals. Maintains accountability for professional responsibilities and engages in ongoing self‑development. Education & Formal Training Requirements Master’s Degree in Advanced Practice Nursing Master’s Degree in Nursing Work Experience Requirements General nursing clinical experience at the RN level, 3–5 years Licenses & Certifications Requirements Advanced Practice Nurse – Tennessee Board of Nursing Acute Care Nurse Practitioner – American Nurses Credentialing Center BASIC LIFE SUPPORT – American Heart Association Registered Nurse – Tennessee Board of Nursing Preferred: Adult‑Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner – American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Preferred: Psychiatric‑Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – American Nurses Credentialing Center Preferred: Adult‑Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner – American Nurses Credentialing Center Preferred: School Nurse Practitioner – American Nurses Credentialing Center Preferred: Registered Nurse Arkansas – Arkansas State Board of Nursing Preferred: Emergency Nurse Practitioner – American Nurses Credentialing Center Preferred: Advanced Practice Nurse – Mississippi Board of Nursing Preferred: Family Nurse Practitioner – American Nurses Credentialing Center Preferred: Acute Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Pediatric Nursing Certification Board Preferred: Neonatal Nurse Practitioner – National Certification Corporation Preferred: Adult‑Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner – American Association of Critical‑Care Nurses Preferred: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Preferred: Adult‑Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner – American Nurses Credentialing Center Preferred: Adult Psychiatric‑Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – American Nurses Credentialing Center Preferred: Registered Nurse – Mississippi Board of Nursing Preferred: Family Nurse Practitioner – American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Preferred: Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner – National Certification Corporation Preferred: Gerontological Nurse Practitioner – American Nurses Credentialing Center Preferred: Adult Nurse Practitioner – American Nurses Credentialing Center Preferred: Emergency Nurse Practitioner – American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proficiency in applying advanced nursing concepts and professional techniques acquired through a master’s degree or higher, demonstrated by national specialty certification. Supervision Provided by this Position No supervisory or lead responsibilities are assigned to this position. Physical Demands Frequent invasive and non‑invasive patient contact; exposure to patient body fluids and hazardous materials. Exposure to heat or cold; ability to react quickly to emergencies; handling of narcotics. Communication skills: reading, writing, and speaking with other individuals. Manual dexterity: lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs unaided, pushing/pulling up to 250 lbs; standing, walking, kneeling, reaching, twisting, crawling, bending; repetitive hand/wrist motions. Good hand‑eye coordination. #J-18808-Ljbffr