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Job description
Deliver lifesaving care at the highest level of neonatal medicine within a rapidly expanding Level IV NICU. This role places you at the center of complex, high acuity care where your clinical expertise directly shapes outcomes for the most vulnerable patients and their families.
As an Advanced Practice Provider in UVA Health's NICU, you will practice at the top of your license in a collaborative, academically driven environment. This is an opportunity to build deep neonatal expertise, perform advanced procedures, and grow your career in a unit experiencing significant expansion and investment.
The Role
In this high acuity NICU setting, no two shifts are the same. You'll care for critically ill neonates while working alongside an interdisciplinary team committed to evidencebased, family centered care. The unit's pace is dynamic, the clinical complexity is high, and the impact is profound.
A typical experience in this role includes:
Managing premature and critically ill neonates , including complex congenital cardiac conditions requiring surgical intervention
Performing advanced procedures such as:
Intubation
Umbilical line placement
Central line insertion
Chest tube placement
Lumbar punctures
Utilizing Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) for line placement and lung diagnostics
Collaborating closely with neonatologists, nurses, respiratory therapists, and surgical teams
Engaging in family-centered care , supporting and guiding families through critical moments
Practicing in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment that demands clinical excellence and adaptability
Schedule & Work Style:
Full-time: 13 shifts per 4-week block (12-hour shifts)
Rotating days and nights
Self-scheduling model designed to support work-life balance
You will be supported by a structured onboarding experience tailored to your background, with individualized orientation timelines and strong mentorship to ensure success at every stage of your career.
Advanced Practice Provider Scope of Practice:
Clinical
Provides expert evidence-based, top-of-scope care in their clinical practice
Acts as part of a specialty team, collaborating with other clinicians as appropriate
Provides health education to patients
Maintains accurate, timely, and thorough documentation
Ensures compliance with institutional and regulatory standards
Leadership
Supports development of best practices and protocols in specialty
Serves on committees and workgroups to enhance patient care
Provides education to learners in the clinical space
Mentors new team members
Administration
Contributes to clinical quality improvement work
Participates in professional governance through the APP Council
Attends team development meetings at local and departmental levels
Professional
Adheres to ASPIRE values in all professional interactions
Maintains appropriate licenses, certifications, and specialty training competencies
Participates in local, state, and national professional organizations
Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. All safety-sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen.
Why UVA Health
UVA Health offers the rare combination of academic medicine, advanced clinical capability, and a supportive team culture, all within a health system that is actively expanding and investing in neonatal care.
This NICU is part of a top-ranked children's hospital and operates as a Level IV referral center , delivering the most advanced neonatal care available. You will join during a transformative period of growth, with the NICU expanding significantly to meet rising demand for complex care.
What sets this opportunity apart:
High-acuity Level IV NICU environment with ECMO capabilities and exposure to the most complex neonatal cases
Major expansion initiative , growing capacity and creating opportunities for career advancement and leadership
Strong team-oriented culture that supports both experienced clinicians and new graduates
Robust professional development pathways , including opportunities in:
Clinical specialization
Education and mentorship
Research and academic involvement
Quality improvement and leadership
Highly individualized onboarding and training , including transition-to-practice programs for new graduates
Commitment to work-life balance through flexible, self-scheduled shifts
A culture that values continuous learning, resilience, and collaboration
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
Why People Love Living in Charlottesville
Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life that makes it easy to balance a demanding clinical career with personal wellbeing. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area is known for its natural beauty, vibrant food and wine scene, and rich cultural offerings. Residents enjoy easy access to hiking, outdoor recreation, and scenic landscapes, while also benefiting from a welcoming, community-oriented atmosphere. With a strong sense of place and a pace that supports both professional fulfillment and personal renewal, Charlottesville is an ideal home for healthcare professionals seeking balance and connection.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master's degree.
Experience: Department and unit specific.
Licensure: License or license eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner, Physician Associate, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, and Certified Nurse Midwife) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Health System, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and appropriate certifying bodies. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS/NRP, as required, specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required, specific to position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
The pay range for this role is $129,323.00 - $185,265.60 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .
Worksite address
charlottesville, VA, 22904, US
Who can apply
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