Night ICU NP Intensivist - Autonomy & Mentorship

Baylor Scott & White Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dó

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner in Intensivist Medicine to provide direct patient care in a high-acuity ICU during overnight hours. The role supports physician collaboration while delivering autonomie care and participating in critical care rounds.

The position features a 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM schedule with a 7-on/7-off rotation, a mentorship program, and opportunities to perform central and arterial lines and other advanced procedures within an expanding ICU team.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION – Graduate of an Accredited Program
• EXPERIENCE – Less than 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION – Nurse Practitioner (NP)
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS): within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Board Certification – must have one of the following: ACNP‑BC, ACNPC‑AG, NNP‑BC

Responsibilities

• Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem‑focused physical examinations and medical histories.
• Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
• Prescribes or recommends medical drug therapies or related treatments. Performs procedures following approved protocols with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.
• Formulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence‑based medicine, and standards of care. Collaborates with physicians and team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to health care and the effectiveness of care.
• Counsels patients and families about medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with food supplements, over‑the‑counter medications, and herbal remedies.
• Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.
• Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training.
• Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice (and knowledge of the provider) as delegated by supervising Physician.
• May conduct hospital rounds, assist with admissions and discharges, and provide on‑call support.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Procedural skills

Patient assessment

Education

Nurse Practitioner (NP) certification

RN license

ACNP-BC / ACNPC-AG / NNP-BC certification

Tools

EMR software

Vital signs monitors

Job description

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner in Intensivist Medicine to provide direct patient care in a high-acuity ICU during overnight hours. The role supports physician collaboration while delivering autonomie care and participating in critical care rounds.

The position features a 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM schedule with a 7-on/7-off rotation, a mentorship program, and opportunities to perform central and arterial lines and other advanced procedures within an expanding ICU team.