Nurse Practitioner - Critical Care

Portsmouth, VA 23707

Specialty Critical Care
Profession Nurse Practitioner

Bon Secours is hiring an Adult Geriatric Acute Care Trained Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for our team at Maryview Medical Center!  This is a truly unique opportunity for a new grad OR an experienced AGACNP/PA to join our team and have the existing Physician Assistant still available for mentorship.  

Provider Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified Advanced Practice RN or Physician Assistant certified in Acute Care Medicine
  • Critical Care / Acute Care training in a Master's Program is required
  • Must possess compassion for patients in an underserved community who are vulnerable and most in need
  • Our patient population is highly acute and complex and a true desire to help these patients is essential
  • Must have or obtain unrestricted Virginia practice license and DEA
  • Must be authorized to work anywhere in the U.S.
  • We are looking for a mature individual who handles stress well, is patient and kind to colleagues and patients alike, works well under pressure and works well with others.

This is a full time position working a combination of 12-hour shifts in the ICU.  The hours are 7am - 8pm and 7pm - 8am.  Rotating shifts between days and nights with increased autonomy during night shift.  Shifts span days/nights/weekends/holidays.  You will be working 13-14 shifts per month, or 2 to 4 per week.  One weekend every 4 weeks.

The Work You'll Do:

  • Work collaboratively with the attending physicians to formulate assessments and plans to treat critically ill patients.
  • Perform and assist in procedures such as intubations, central line placements, arterial line placements, chest tubes, dialysis line placements, paracentesis, thoracentesis, and bronchoscopy 
  • Perform and assist in ACLS protocols and ventilator management.
  • Work collaboratively with our training resident physicians as the Code Blue leader for all inpatients
  • Learn to utilize ultrasound machines and become proficient in interpreting imaging.
  • Autonomously conduct goals of care conversations with patients and families.
  • Average 15-17 patients per day all age 18-100 - admissions and consults

Tremendous potential for professional growth as an APC in this field in all aspects of medicine - clinical knowledge, procedural skills, bedside manner and emotional strength.  The opportunity for shift work allows flexibility in your schedule.  

What We Offer: 

  • Competitive base salary + annual quality bonus
  • Up to $5,000 relocation assistance (taxable)
  • 32 days ATO annually 
  • Annual $3,000 CME allowance 
  • Medical, dental, vision, Rx, FSA, life insurance, 403(b) with company match 
  • Company-paid short &long-term disability
  • Reimbursement of VA license and DEA costs
  • Company-provided liability/malpractice and tail coverage
  • A supportive environment with strong clinical and Medical Director mentorship

About Bon Secours Mercy Health:
You're in good company here!  As the 5th largest faith-based health systemin the U.S., Bon Secours Mercy Health includes 50 hospitals, 2,000+
outpatient locations, and more than 3,000 providers across OH, KY, VA, SC and Ireland. Were strong, growing, and financially sustainablegiving
you long-term stability and abundant career opportunities.

About Hampton Roads ("The 757"):
Nestled where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, Hampton Roads offers 29 miles of shoreline, a vibrant blend of culture and history, and
comfortable year-round weather. With 1.8 million residents across seven diverse cities, the region features:
Beaches, waterways, and outdoor recreation
A thriving food, arts, culture and craft-beverage scene
Strong schools and higher-education institutions
A rich military presencehome to the largest Navy base in the world
Welcoming communities with urban, suburban, and rural living options

Its a wonderful place to build a life as well as a career!  Send your Resume to our in-house Physician Recruiter Today!  Start date will be 120 days after having a signed employment letter to allow for credentialing.