Hiring Range $125,000.00 - $155,000.00
Actual pay depends on specialty, experience, and performance.
Riverside is currently seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (PA or NP, to include FNPs) to join our Neurosurgery team at Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, Virginia.
Position Overview
The Advanced Practice Provider will work collaboratively with our Neurosurgery physicians to provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient neurosurgical care. The APP will participate in the evaluation, treatment, and management of patients with a variety of neurosurgical conditions, including spine disorders, traumatic brain injuries, intracranial pathologies, degenerative conditions, and postoperative neurosurgical care.
This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with an experienced neurosurgical team while building expertise in a highly specialized and rewarding field.
Key Responsibilities & Expectations
The APP will be expected to:
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, histories, and physical examinations.
- Evaluate neurosurgical consultations in the Emergency Department, inpatient units, and clinic settings.
- Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising neurosurgeons.
- Order, interpret, and review diagnostic studies including laboratory tests and imaging.
- Assist with pre-operative evaluations and postoperative patient management.
- Provide inpatient rounding and follow-up care for neurosurgical patients.
- Coordinate patient care across multidisciplinary teams, including hospitalists, intensivists, therapists, nurses, and specialists.
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and follow-up care.
- Perform procedures within scope of practice and credentialing requirements.
- Document patient encounters accurately and timely within the electronic medical record.
- Participate in call coverage responsibilities as assigned by the practice.
- Support quality improvement initiatives, patient safety efforts, and evidence-based practice standards.
- Maintain compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and organizational requirements.
Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced acute care environment.
- Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
- Interest in neurosurgical and spine care.
- Professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail.
- Commitment to collaborative, team-based patient care.
- Adaptability and willingness to continue learning within a specialized surgical practice.
Required Qualifications
- Meet comprehensive and professional standards.
- Have a current, valid state of Virginia APRN license or be eligible for one.
- Be Board Certified or Board Eligible.
- Have a valid DEA controlled substance registration.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Collaborative approach with other physicians and providers.
Preferred Experience
- Prior Neurosurgery experience preferred (but not required).
- Previous surgical, critical care, hospital-based, orthopedic spine, or neurology experience is beneficial.
For APPs, Riverside Offers
- Support from conscientious, mentor-minded physicians.
- Advancement opportunities as a Lead APP for the service line.
Highlights
- Full Time Opportunity
- Competitive base pay with incentive bonuses
- Value-Based Performance Incentive
- Sign-On Bonus Eligible
- Loan Repayment Eligible (Riverside Health is a 501(c)(3) non-profit)
- Comprehensive Health Benefits and Retirement Package
- Physician Time Off
- Malpractice Coverage
- CME Allowance
- Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
💼 What Sets You Apart
- Commitment to safety and quality
- Passion for patient care and community health
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to evidence-based medicine and learning
- Collaborative, team approach
