Peoria, Illinois - Critical Care NP/PA Job Opportunity Opportunity Details
- Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary Critical Care team consisting of 6 Critical Care Physicians and 3 Advanced Practice Providers
- Provide comprehensive care for critically ill patients in a multidisciplinary ICU environment, including admissions and H&Ps, daily management, progress notes, consults, care coordination, transfers, and discharge planning.
- Work closely with Critical Care physicians and a broad network of specialty consultants to deliver evidence-based critical care.
- Practice in a combined 24-bed ICU environment, including a 12-bed Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) and 12-bed Medical/Surgical ICU.
- Typical APP patient census averages approximately 6-8 patients per shift, consisting of a mix of new admissions and established ICU patients.
- Perform bedside procedures with physician support and mentorship. Procedures may include arterial line placement, central venous catheter insertion, dialysis catheter placement, thoracentesis, paracentesis, and airway management support.
- Comprehensive onboarding and procedural training provided, including a structured orientation program lasting several months with progressive autonomy based on experience and competency.
- Collaborative practice environment with strong physician presence, nursing support, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, and ancillary staff dedicated to critical care patients.
- Flexible scheduling with a combination of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Competitive compensation package with up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus.
Education Requirements
- Master's Degree in Nursing with Acute Care specialty (ACNP, AGACNP) or Physician Assistant.
- Prior critical care, acute care, emergency medicine, hospital medicine, or related clinical experience preferred.
- New graduate candidates with significant critical care clinical training, ICU rotations, or strong interest in Critical Care Medicine are encouraged to apply.
- The compensation range for this position is $60.72 - $78.94/hour
Licensure/Certification Requirements
- Current Illinois Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license or Physician Assistant license.
- Current national certification appropriate to training and specialty.
