Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider Nurse Practitioner - Physician Assistant...

Napahe; Pleasanton (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan repayment up to $50,000

CME days

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with employer match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

University Health in Pleasanton, TX seeks board-certified Advanced Practice Providers (ACNPs or PAs) to join a high-acuity ICU team delivering 24/7 coverage for complex patients including transplantation and ECMO. You will work with ICU clinicians to develop and execute patient care plans.

The role emphasizes collaborative care with Surgical Critical Care and Anesthesia Critical Care services, requiring strong judgment, communication, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Board-certified Acute Care NP or Physician Assistant; Texas licensure active or eligible.
• ICU experience strongly preferred.
• Thrives in high-acuity, team-based environment with strong clinical judgment, communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced practice coverage in a 24/7 ICU model.
• Collaborate with Surgical Critical Care and Anesthesia Critical Care teams.
• Deliver patient-centered care across ICU service lines.

Skills

Acute Care NP

Physician Assistant

ICU experience

Team-based

Clinical judgment

Communication

Collaboration

Board-certified AP

Education

ACNP certification

Texas licensure eligible

Job description

Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider Nurse Practitioner - Physician Assistant (PLEASANTON)University HealthPleasanton, TX, United States**Description**University Health in San Antonio is seeking board-certified Advanced Practice Providers (Acute Care Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants) to join a high-acuity, multidisciplinary critical care team at University Hospital. This role supports a 24/7, high-intensity ICU model serving complex patient populations including solid organ transplantation, cardiothoracic surgery, cardiac care, and ECMO therapy. Our collaborative model integrates Surgical Critical Care and Anesthesia Critical Care services to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care across all ICU service lines. About the Program The critical care team is structured to provide: 24/7 on-site coverage by Faculty Intensivists and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) Support from multidisciplinary Residents and Critical Care Fellows Clearly defined structures and processes to ensure quality and consistency of care Real-time collaboration across service lines to develop and implement conjoint care plans Qualifications Board-certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant Active or eligible for Texas licensure ICU experience strongly preferred Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high-acuity, team-based environment Strong clinical judgment, communication, and collaboration skills Why Join University Health? University Health is proud to offer a supportive and rewarding work environment, including: Competitive total compensation package Affordable medical insurance and comprehensive benefits Loan repayment program up to $50,000 over 5 years Annual professional business expense allowance plus CME days Annual tuition reimbursement and certification support Deferred compensation retirement plan with employer match Generous paid time off Opportunity to work alongside highly skilled and respected physicians Strong culture of teamwork and peer camaraderie About University Health University Health is a nationally recognized academic health system committed to delivering high-quality care, advancing medical education, and improving community health across South Texas. Why San Antonio? San Antonio offers an exceptional quality of life with a low cost of living, rich cultural heritage, a vibrant culinary and arts scene, and easy access to the Texas Hill Country. The city combines major metropolitan amenities with a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere and year-round outdoor activities.Job ID: f14adde5-5893267197