Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider Nurse Practitioner - Physician Assistant

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.