Neurocritical Care - Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

Neurocritical Care - Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

Location :

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center - Queens, NY

Shift :

3 x 12-hour shifts | Full-Time

Join Our Elite Neuro ICU Team!

We are seeking experienced Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) with a passion for neurocritical care to provide expert clinical management of critically ill neuro patients. You'll work closely with our Neuro ICU supervising physician and attending ICU physicians to deliver evidence-based care, respond to code strokes, and assist in emergency management outside the ICU.

What You'll Do :

Perform comprehensive neuro and physical assessments; document and communicate findings clearly.

Order and interpret diagnostic and lab tests; explain procedures and anticipated outcomes to patients, families, and staff.

Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Monitor patient status, intervene appropriately, and provide stabilizing care.

Deliver family-centered care by keeping families informed about patient progress.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical research.

Serve as a clinical expert and mentor to staff, students, and the broader healthcare team.

Tagged as : NP, PA

Requirements

Physician Assistant Requirements :

Graduate of an accredited ARC-PA program

Licensed PA in New York State

Minimum 2 years acute critical care experience (MICU, SICU)

Current NCCPA certification, BLS, and ACLS

Nurse Practitioner Requirements :

NYS Nurse Practitioner License (Master's-level, advanced practice)

Minimum 2 years acute critical care experience (MICU, SICU)

Current BLS, ACLS, NP certification with prescription privileges, and DEA certification

Why Jamaica Hospital?

Join a 404-bed fully accredited teaching hospital with a Level I trauma center, robust community ambulatory network, and the city's largest voluntary hospital ambulance fleet. We provide comprehensive emergency, surgical, pediatric, psychiatric, and diagnostic services-delivering care that truly makes a difference.

We Offer :

Dynamic, supportive team environment

Opportunities for clinical leadership and professional growth

Meaningful impact in a diverse, patient-centered community

Apply Today and Take Your Neurocritical Care Career to the Next Level!