Job Summary:

SUNY Upstate Medical University is seeking highly skilled and motivated Advanced Practice Providers to serve in a full-time role to primarily provide care to patients with the Neuro ICU Services. The Neuroscience APP will provide Inpatient coverage at Upstate Downtown Campus. 

Position is based in a Level I Trauma Center that provides Critical Care and services to patients across a 17+ County Region. Scheduling is determined based on operational needs. Upstate operates 24 Hours a day/Seven Days a week, providing continuous care to our region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Expert level Clinical Care and coordination of care via a full range of services that will improve quality of patient care.
• Assess and evaluate patients, ordering appropriate laboratory testing and diagnostic studies, arranging for referrals, testing, consultation and therapeutic services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with patients, families, referring physicians, and all members of the health care team.

As an APP, you will be an integral member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to Upstate’s mission, vision, and values, while adhering to all institutional policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (or graduated from an accredited PA program).
• NYS Licensed/Registered NP or PA.
• Current National Certification consistent to the clinical practice. 
• Prescriptive authority (DEA license)
• Have a NPI number and be Medicare enrolled with a Medicare Identification Number (or PTAN) (or eligible for Medicare Enrollment within 6 months of hire.
• CPR-BLS and ACLS Certification required at the time of appointment.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment and credentialing clearances. 

Preferred Qualifications:

Critical Care and Neurology experience preferred.

Work Days:

Rotational coverage for Day, Evening, and Night Shift, including Weekends and Holidays.

Shifts may range from 8 to 12-Hour shifts. 

Message to Applicants:

In return for your dedication and commitment to provide outstanding care you’ll receive: 

• Generous paid time off program that includes vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Choice of several outstanding health insurance benefits.
• Well-being plans that include Student Loan Relief Services, Tuition Assistance, Adoption Assistance and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement options with employer contributions, plus additional voluntary retirement savings plans.

Recruitment Office: Human Resources