Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) - ICU

  • WashU Medicine
  • St. Louis, Missouri
  • 10/29/2025
Full time

Job Description

On Campus/Onsite, Washington University Medical Campus
Full time (40 hours)

Position Summary
This Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) is eligible for a
$15,000 sign-on bonus and $5,000 relocation reimbursement, which will be discussed
with interviewed candidates. In addition, hires are eligible for additional compensation
bonuses tied to productivity and retention. These positions offer billable hours, shift and
holiday differential, and monthly bonuses.

Position Details:
  • Full-time (average 40 hours per week)
  • Schedule consists of an average of (3) 12-13 hour shifts per week to include up to 50% nights, weekends, holidays, and paid call
  • Flexible scheduling options may be available, including weekend and/or night shift-only options with additional incentives
  • Eligibility for a recurring retention bonus given after 12 months of employment and every 2 years thereafter
  • Monthly bonus (including productivity and shift differential)
  • Annual bonus
  • Referral bonus
The advanced practice provider (NP) will be employed by the Department of Anesthesiology within WashU Medicine, a top-ranked medical school in the country. The NP will work at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, a nationally recognized Magnet center and ranked among the nation s best hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, and/or affiliated BJC community hospitals, and telemedicine.

Opportunities include cardiothoracic ICU, surgical/burn/trauma ICU, combined medical/surgical ICUs, and telemedicine. ICU work locations will be determined based on the applicant's experience and professional interests.

Will practice as an independent provider in collaboration with a fellowship-trained intensivist within diverse, skilled, inter-professional critical care teams. The environment is challenging and rewarding and allows the ACNP the opportunity to practice to the fullest extent of their scope of practice.

Job Description
Responsibilities include obtaining medical histories, performing physical examinations, participating in inter-professional rounds, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, designing and implementing plans of care, and performing invasive procedures. Typical provider:patient ratio 1:6. In our critical care environments, talents and skills are developed through intellectually stimulating work experiences, ample educational offerings, procedural simulation, and other learning venues.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications
Education: M.S.N. - Master Of Science In Nursing - Nurse Practitioner
Certifications:
The list below may include all acceptable certifications and issuers. More than one credential or certification may be required depending on the role. Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) - American Nurses Credentialing Center, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association, Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Certified Nurse Practitioner - American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Z - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association

More About This Job
Required Qualifications:
  • Certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or recent completion/anticipated completion of accredited ACNP program
  • APRN licensure or ability to successfully obtain licensure within three months of date of hire.
  • Active MO license and in good standing, or ability to obtain.
  • Certain/additional certifications or experience may be necessary based on area of specialty.
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Critical care experience
  • Skills: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), BLS for Healthcare Providers, Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO), Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA), Impella, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP), Pacemakers, Patient Restraints, Surgical Drains, Ventricular Assist Devices (VAD), Wound Care Management
Salary Range
Base pay is commensurate with experience.

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one' s qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Benefits Statement
Personal
  • Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
  • Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
  • Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
  • WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
  • Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
  • We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We ve got you covered.
  • WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
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EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.