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Inova

ICAR Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$112K - $145K/yr

ACNP, AGACNP certification preferred based on population served. * Physician Assistant: Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program required; Master's Degree preferred. Certification from ...

Inova

ICAR Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$148K - $169K/yr

ACNP, AGACNP certification preferred based on population served. * Physician Assistant: Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program required; Master's Degree preferred. Certification from ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for acnp in Washington is $60.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36.73 and $76.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an acute care nurse practitioner?

ACNPs, or Acute Care Nurse Practitioners, are advanced practice registered nurses who specialize in providing care to patients with acute, critical, and complex health conditions. They are trained to assess, diagnose, and manage patients in settings such as hospitals, intensive care units, and specialty clinics. ACNPs often collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care. Their scope of practice may include ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, and developing treatment plans. To become an ACNP, individuals typically need a master's or doctoral degree in nursing and national certification.

How do acute care nurse practitioners typically collaborate with other healthcare professionals in a hospital setting?

ACNPs regularly work as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and specialists to deliver comprehensive care for acutely ill patients. They often participate in daily rounds, contribute to case discussions, and coordinate treatment plans, ensuring continuity of care. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as ACNPs frequently act as liaisons between patients, families, and various medical staff, especially in fast-paced hospital environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an acute care nurse practitioner, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP), you need advanced clinical assessment skills, critical care knowledge, and a master's or doctoral degree in nursing with ACNP certification. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), diagnostic tools, and acute care protocols is essential. Strong decision-making, communication, and teamwork abilities set outstanding ACNPs apart. These competencies are critical for providing rapid, effective care to acutely ill patients in high-pressure hospital environments.

What is the difference between Acnp vs Nurse Practitioner?

AspectAcnpNurse Practitioner
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) + Certification as ACNPRegistered Nurse (RN) + Master's or Doctoral Degree in Nursing + Certification as NP
Work EnvironmentAcute care settings, hospitals, intensive care unitsPrimary care, specialty clinics, hospitals
Employer & IndustryHospitals, healthcare facilities specializing in acute careHospitals, clinics, private practices across various specialties

The main difference between an Acnp and a Nurse Practitioner lies in their focus and training. Acnp professionals specialize in acute, hospital-based care, requiring specific certification after RN licensure. Nurse Practitioners have broader roles in primary or specialty care, with advanced degrees and certifications. Both roles are vital in healthcare but serve different patient care settings and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Acnp job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,590 per year, or $60.4 per hour.

ICAR Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)

Inova

Fairfax, VA • On-site

$112K - $145K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 22 days ago

Inova Health System rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 260 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

235th of 888 rated healthcare providers

Job description


The ICAR unit at Inova Schar Heart and Vascular is looking for an Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (APP) to join their team! Monday - Friday (four 10 hour shifts). No weekends, nights, on-call or holiday requirement.
  • Provide/manage pre and post procedural patient care for EP, Interventional cardiology, structural heart, vascular and IR procedures
  • Assist with ensuring timely discharge/transfer from ICAR, unit flow and utilization
  • Work with anesthesia and proceduralists in pre procedure, PACU and recovery as appropriate to manage patient care
  • Placing post procedure orders and care management orders for inpatients and outpatients
  • Primary support/contact for RNs for patient needs/complications/care pre and post procedures (reducing need for rapid responses and increased coordination and communication for Code Stroke, MSET responses when necessary). Allows physicians to stay on schedule and perform planned procedures - communicates with physicians as needed. Including/not limited to:
    • Chronotropic and vasopressor low dose initiation and management
    • Arterial and venous hemostasis
    • Hemodynamic management
    • Management of arrythmias
    • Pain management
    • Electrolyte management
    • Air way management in PACU
    • Review of CXR/rule out pneumothorax
    • Assist in coordination of emergent care and transfer to appropriate level of care/team
  • Order routine follow-up procedures for IR (nephrotic, biliary or abscess tube exchanges)
    • Order follow-up CT scans if necessary
  • Help with patients requiring admission from ICAR until handed off to the floor staff
    • Patient becomes septic after tube change
    • Patient's RHC shows volume overload requiring aggressive IV diuresis
    • Any complication requiring overnight stay or planned overnight stays if applicable
    • Coordination of care with other teams, orders, level of care, etc. providing smooth and safe transition of care for patients
  • Working on POCUS for bedside echocardiogram, rule out procedural complications as part of evaluation of events, symptoms
Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Featured Benefits:
  • Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
  • Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.
  • Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offeringup to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
  • Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
  • Work/Life Balance: offeringpaid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and remote and hybrid career opportunities.
Minimum Requirements:
  • Graduation for an accredited NP or PA program. Must be approved to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of Virginia. Current prescriptive privileges and DEA license required. BLS and ACLS for Healthcare Provider from AHA required with expiration date greater than 90 days from date of beginning practice.
    • Nurse Practitioner: Master's Degree or Doctorate of Nursing Practice required. License to practice as a Registered Nurse required. Certification in practice from a nationally recognized certifying body required. ACNP, AGACNP certification preferred based on population served.
    • Physician Assistant: Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program required; Master's Degree preferred. Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants preferred.
  • Demonstrate appropriate critical thinking and interpersonal skills when working in a fasted paced, high acuity work environment. Able to perform a thorough history and physical assessment.
  • VA License
  • EPIC experience preferred
  • Certification - Basic Life Support prior to start; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (for Critical Care) upon start; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (for Pediatrics) upon start
  • Licensure - Licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner; If Nurse Practitioner: RN Compact License(depending on State of primary residence) AND a license (or eligibility for) as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in the Commonwealth of Virginia AND a "Practice Agreement" signed by sponsoring/ supervising physician(s), AND a written "Scope of Practice/Protocol" signed by the supervising physician, AND "Drug Enforcement Administration License" (if prescribing controlled substances).
  • Experience - No prior experience required; APP experience highly preferred.
  • Education - For Nurse Practitioners: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and Master's Degree in Advanced Clinical Practice or graduate of a post-masters certificate program for nurse practitioners, OR certificate from an education program that is accredited by the Council of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs/Schools, American College of Nurse Midwives, American Association of Colleges of Nursing of the National League for Nursing; For Physician Assistants: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

We are Inova, Northern Virginia's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 25,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better - to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.
Inova Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.
About Us
We are Inova, Northern Virginia's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 26,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better - to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.
Inova Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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