Advanced Practitioner Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine
Receive hands-on training as you gain exposure to some of our most seriously ill patients.
About us
Geisinger’s Advanced Practitioner Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine is a 12-month program designed to provide physician assistants and nurse practitioners with immersive, hands-on experience at a dynamic, innovative healthcare system. Fellows train alongside experienced critical care advanced practitioners and attending physicians from diverse backgrounds to gain exposure to a wide range of clinical perspectives. Rotations across multiple intensive care units offer robust learning opportunities in high-acuity environments. Fellows work as part of a multidisciplinary team developing the skills needed to provide collaborative, evidence-based care. Our program emphasizes personalized mentorship so each fellow receives the attention, guidance and support necessary to meet their clinical and professional goals.
Apply/contact
Applicants must be graduates of an accredited physician assistant or nurse practitioner program and must have successfully obtained national certification. Candidates who are currently enrolled in a program may apply; however, employment will be contingent upon graduation and successful board certification before the fellowship start date.
Contact us
Carly Kunkel, MSPAS, PA-C
Director, Critical Care Advanced Practitioner Fellowship
Lead Advanced Practitioner, Critical Care Medicine
cakunkel@geisinger.edu
570-271-6389
Tonya Harmon Boyer
Senior Recruiter
Human Resources Department
tnharmonboyer@geisinger.edu
570-854-1571
Program overview
Geisinger’s Advanced Practitioner Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine offers a comprehensive curriculum to develop clinical excellence across a range of critical care environments. Fellows rotate through Geisinger’s 5 intensive care units, gaining hands-on experience with diverse patient populations and pathologies. Fellows also have the opportunity to work with the anesthesia team to develop advanced airway management skills. Dedicated elective time allows fellows to tailor their training to their interests and career goals.
The didactic component of the fellowship complements clinical training with structured education. Fellows participate in monthly simulation labs to practice patient management in emergencies and procedural skills in a controlled environment. They will also engage in monthly critical care morbidity and mortality (M&M) conferences to promote reflective learning and continuous improvement. Weekly critical care and resident lecture series provide exposure to core topics, evidence-based practices and emerging developments in critical care medicine.
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Salary, benefits and employment information
- Competitive stipend
- Potential enhanced recruitment loan option
- Medical and dental insurance on day 1
- PTO accrual
- CME funds and paid CME time
- Retirement plan
- Medical liability insurance
