HealthProviders DB is a comprehensive database of healthcare providers, including a complete directory of all Critical Care Medicine Nurse Practitioners.
Nurse Practitioner Healthcare Taxonomy Code 363LC0200X
As of today, the following are the total number of Critical Care Medicine Nurse Practitioners nationally, in your state, and near your location.
Medicare
The following are the total number of Critical Care Medicine Nurse Practitioners who accept Medicare in your state, the number who have opted out of Medicare, and the total number excluded from participation in Medicare nationwide.
Alaska – Alabama – Armed Forces Pacific – Arkansas – American Samoa – Arizona – California – Colorado – Connecticut – District of Columbia – Delaware – Florida – Federated States of Micronesia – Georgia – Guam – Hawaii – Iowa – Idaho – Illinois – Indiana – Kansas – Kentucky – Louisiana – Massachusetts – Maryland – Maine – Marshall Islands – Michigan – Minnesota – Missouri – Northern Mariana Islands – Mississippi – Montana – North Carolina – North Dakota – Nebraska – New Hampshire – New Jersey – New Mexico – Nevada – New York – Ohio – Oklahoma – Oregon – Pennsylvania – Puerto Rico – Palau – Rhode Island – South Carolina – South Dakota – Tennessee – Texas – Utah – Virginia – Virgin Islands – Vermont – Washington – Wisconsin – West Virginia – Wyoming
Select the State name above or from the HealthProviders DB App filter panel to show the list of Critical Care Medicine Nurse Practitioners by State. In addition, you can also narrow the list by City and more from the filter panel.
You can download the Critical Care Medicine Nurse Practitioners dataset using HealthProviders DB Export.
What do Critical Care Medicine Nurse Practitioners do?
Critical Care Medicine Nurse Practitioners (NPs), often acting as Acute Care Nurse Practitioners (ACNPs), are advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) specializing in the care of critically ill and injured patients, primarily in intensive care units (ICUs).
Their role is to diagnose and treat complex medical problems, order treatments and medications, manage advanced medical equipment like ventilators, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for high-acuity patients.
To become a Critical Care NP, one must first become a Registered Nurse (RN), then complete a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree with an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) specialization. Post-graduate fellowship programs are also available for further specialized training in the critical care setting.
What they do
Patient Care: Diagnose, treat, and monitor patients with life-threatening illnesses or injuries.
Medical Interventions: Order and administer treatments and medications, including advanced therapies like vasopressors and sedatives.
Advanced Diagnostics: Interpret diagnostic tests and order necessary procedures.
Team Collaboration: Work with physicians, specialists, therapists, and case managers to create and implement holistic patient care plans.
Patient Advocacy: Serve as a patient advocate, providing support to patients and their families during critical times.
Education and Training
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): Complete a four-year BSN degree.
- Registered Nurse (RN) Licensure: Pass the NCLEX-RN exam to become a registered nurse.
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or DNP: Obtain a graduate degree specializing in an acute care or critical care track.
- Post-Graduate Fellowships: Some hospitals offer specialized critical care fellowship programs to provide advanced postgraduate training after initial NP certification.
- Certification: Pursue board certification through organizations like the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN).
Skills
Communication: Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with interprofessional teams.
Clinical Expertise: Deep understanding of complex medical conditions, pharmacology, and advanced diagnostic skills.
Critical Thinking: Ability to rapidly think, assess situations, and make life-or-death decisions under pressure.
Resilience and Compassion: The ability to cope with stress, death, and dying while maintaining a high level of empathy.