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Riverside Health System

$115K - $150K/yr

National board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) Physician Assistants * Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant ...

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How much do agacnp jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for agacnp in Virginia is $118,600.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,253.00 and $140,044.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an AGACNP?

An AGACNP (Acute Care Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) specializing in the care of adults and older adults with acute, complex, or critical conditions. They work in hospitals, ICUs, specialty clinics, and other acute care settings, collaborating with physicians to diagnose, treat, and manage patient conditions. AGACNPs can perform procedures, prescribe medications, and develop treatment plans to stabilize and improve patient health. Their role focuses on rapid assessment, intervention, and ongoing management of serious illnesses or injuries.

What are some common challenges faced by AGACNPs in acute care settings?

AGACNPs often work in fast-paced environments where patients have complex and rapidly changing conditions, requiring swift clinical decisions and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently. They may face challenges such as heavy patient loads, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and staying updated with the latest medical protocols and treatments. Effective communication and resilience are essential to navigate emotionally demanding situations and deliver high-quality patient care. Overcoming these challenges not only helps AGACNPs provide optimal outcomes for their patients but also fosters professional growth and job satisfaction in this rewarding field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the AGACNP position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an AGACNP (Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner), you need advanced clinical assessment, critical thinking, and diagnostic skills, typically supported by a master's or doctoral degree in nursing and AGACNP board certification. Familiarity with acute care technologies, electronic health records (EHRs), and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) protocols is crucial. Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and decision-making skills help AGACNPs provide care in high-pressure environments and communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams. These skills and qualifications are essential to ensure safe, effective management of complex, acutely ill adult and elderly patients in hospital or acute care settings.

What can you do with an agacnp?

An AGACNP (Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner) can assess, diagnose, and treat adult and elderly patients with acute, complex, or chronic conditions. They often work in hospitals, clinics, or specialized healthcare settings, providing advanced nursing care, ordering tests, prescribing medications, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Certification and clinical experience are required to perform these advanced responsibilities.

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APP Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant- Interventional Radiology

VHC Health

Arlington, VA

$110K - $209K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 18 days ago

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8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

90th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Overview

Full-Time Position | VHC Health – Arlington, Virginia

VHC Health is seeking a collaborative and clinically skilled Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our growing Interventional Radiology program. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside a high-performing team of interventional radiologists, advanced practice providers, nurses, and technologists in a comprehensive procedural practice serving both inpatient and outpatient populations. 

Opportunity Highlights

The Advanced Practice Provider will play an integral role in the evaluation, coordination, and management of patients undergoing minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Working closely with Interventional Radiologists, this role supports the continuum of care through patient assessment, inpatient and outpatient consultations, peri-procedural management, patient education, procedural support, and longitudinal follow-up care. 

This is a full-time, hospital-based position located on the main VHC Health campus in Arlington, Virginia. The APP will collaborate with multiple specialties including oncology, vascular surgery, nephrology, hepatology, trauma, emergency medicine, hospital medicine, and other medical and surgical services. 

Responsibilities Include
  • Perform comprehensive patient assessments, histories, and physical examinations.
  • Evaluate and prepare patients for interventional radiology procedures.
  • Manage inpatient and outpatient consultations and follow-up visits.
  • Provide peri-procedural and post-procedural care.
  • Round on hospitalized patients and coordinate ongoing care plans.
  • Order, review, and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies relevant to patient management.
  • Develop treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Educate patients and families regarding procedures, treatment plans, and recovery expectations.
  • Coordinate care transitions and ensure continuity of care across service lines.
  • Document clinical encounters, procedures, and treatment plans.
  • Perform procedures within scope of practice and credentialing requirements.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives, protocol development, and program growth efforts.
The Practice Offers
  • A broad and diverse patient population.
  • Exposure to advanced minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
  • Strong physician and APP collaboration.
  • Advanced imaging and procedural technologies.
  • Dedicated nursing, technical, operational, and clinical support.
  • Opportunities for professional growth, quality initiatives, and service line development.
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
  • A collegial, patient-centered culture focused on innovation and excellence.
Candidate QualificationsNurse Practitioner Candidates
  • Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
  • Board certification as AGACNP, FNP, ANP, or equivalent.
  • Current or eligible Virginia Nurse Practitioner license.
  • DEA certification or eligibility.
Physician Assistant Candidates
  • Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
  • NCCPA certification required.
  • Current or eligible Virginia Physician Assistant license.
  • DEA certification or eligibility.
Preferred Qualifications for All Candidates
  • Experience in Interventional Radiology, Critical Care, Vascular Surgery, Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Hospital Medicine, or a related specialty.
  • Strong clinical judgment, assessment, and patient management skills.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and teamwork abilities. 

Responsibilities

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities. 
 
In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families. 
 
VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions. 
 
The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law. 
 
VHC 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. 
 
VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations. 


Qualifications

Purpose & Scope:

An Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) employed by VHC Health Physicians (“Physician Group”) is required to complete an APP Agreement with their Collaborating Physician(s). This Agreement will describe the APP’s role and function, APP/Physician Relationship, Functions of the APP, Privileges/Procedures, Prescriptive Authority, Documentation Responsibilities and Evaluation process.

Overall, the APP will support objectives, budget, performance metrics and medical activities at an Individual level including implementation of quality control standards, risk management and compliance programs.

Education:

Master's in Nursing Required or Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program required.

Experience:

Two Years Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant by the Virginia Department of Health Professions Required.

Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Virginia Department of Health Professions Required for NPs.

Current NCCPA certification required; and BLS certification required; and

ACLS certification preferred for PAs.

Awards/Recognition:

  • Received a ‘High Performing' designation in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 list of maternity hospitals across the United States. This survey was based on factors most important to parents when choosing the hospital to deliver their baby.

  • Received a top ranking in the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals list for 2023-2024. The report ranked hospitals in 15 adult specialties as well as national and regional rankings. VHC Health is proud to be ranked second in Northern Virginia, 4th in the Washington, DC metro region, and 5th in the Commonwealth of Virginia, out of 121 hospitals ranked

  • Received an “A” grade in the spring of 2024 in the Leapfrog Group’s ranking for hospitals. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade gives 3,000 “general acute-care hospitals” a grade based on certain measures surrounding patient safety.

  • VHC Health ranked as one of the top hospitals in the region, according to the prestigious annual rankings released by U.S. News & World Report. VHC Health tied for fourth place alongside George Washington University Hospital and Johns Hopkins Medicine-Sibley Memorial Hospital.

  • VHC Health’s Outpatient Pavilion Parking Garage has been awarded the prestigious International Parking and Mobility Institute (IPMI) 2024 Apex Award for Stand-Alone Facility Design.

  • VHC Health ranks as Best-in-State for 2024 in Virginia by Newsweek. The first ranking of its kind, this survey ranked the leading hospitals in the United States based on four data sources. VHC Health ranked as #5 in Virginia and was in the top three in the Washington, DC, metro region.

  • VHC Health received 5 stars (the highest) in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service’s Quality rating. We were one of only 381 hospitals nationwide to achieve the prestigious five-star rating.

  • The Commonwealth of Virginia renewed VHC Health’s 2021 accreditation as a Level II Trauma Center. This underscores the hospital’s commitment to excellence as a community provider of comprehensive medical services and to acutely injured patients.

  • VHC Health’s cancer program received Accreditation with Commendation from the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer Accreditation. This recognition demonstrates VHC Health’s dedication to providing our community with the highest quality cancer care.

OUR COMMUNITY

  • Living in Northern Virginia, one of the best places to live near D.C., you can have it all: a lucrative job at a forward-thinking company – plus access to the country’s greatest historical sites, a bustling café culture, active nightlife and concert going, a thriving wine region, seven professional sports teams, and a mild four-season climate with year-round kayaking, biking, and hiking. We offer some of the best public and private schools in the nation and access to 60 colleges and universities. In fact, we are the most educated region in the country. Here, there are no compromises. NOVA is one of the best places to live and work in the country.

  • Arlington is home to the Pentagon, and the Arlington National Cemetery.

  • Home to more than 100 U.S. and global corporate headquarters, including the 6th highest number of Fortune 500 companies.

  • Northern Virginia is one of the fastest growing and most diverse communities in the United States

  • Fairfax County has many of the highest ranking schools in the nation according to U.S. News and World Reports.

  • Arlington County also offers outstanding schools - about 94 percent of all graduating high school seniors in Arlington go on to attend college.

  • Two major airports with direct flights to 109 domestic and 60 international destinations.

  • Northern Virginia has many recreational and community amenities including: over 89 miles of biking/jogging trails, 167 public parks, approximately 14 community centers, 7 live stage theaters, 8 libraries, and 652 restaurants.

  • Minutes to the Kennedy Center, Smithsonian Museums, Tyson’s Corner, and Wolftrap National Park for the Performing Arts

  • Whether you choose to live in Arlington County, Fairfax County, City of Alexandria or in any of the other great areas in the DC area, you will have little problem in finding a location that is right for you.

We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates interested in joining us in a highly collegial environment where the patient is at the center of what we do.

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