Nurse Practitioner ICU Intensivist Critical Care (Nights)

Position Highlights Schedule: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM, 7 on / 7 off rotation, offering extended time off between work weeks. Critical Care Focus: Provide high-acuity care for ICU patients during overnight hours in a collaborative hospital environment. Manageable Patient Load: Average of 12 patients per shift. Clinical Responsibilities: Inpatient rounding New and established patient evaluations Hospital and ED consults Pre- and post-operative care Individual in-basket management Procedural Opportunities: Perform central lines, arterial lines, and intubations while managing complex critical care patients. Independent Practice: Work with significant autonomy while maintaining physician collaboration and support as part of a growing ICU team. Mentorship & Onboarding: Comprehensive 12-18 month mentorship program with structured onboarding, physician oversight, and peer support. Preferred Background: At least 1 year of Critical Care/Acute Care experience. New graduates welcome! About Us Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well‑being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Benefits Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level. Job Summary The NP Intensivist Medicine is a licensed, certified, non‑physician healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as independent providers by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. Intensivist Medicine providers work in critical care settings. They manage patients by rounding, performing procedures, and handling hospital admissions and discharges. Essential Functions of the Role 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. Key Success Factors Knowledge of information and techniques is needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health‑care measures. Knowledge of practices, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Critical thinking and complex problem‑solving skills. Skill in the use of computers and related software applications. Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes‑based patient treatment plans. Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification. Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests. Texas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from a state in the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs, and Texas APRN. Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Texas. Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported. Qualifications Education: Graduate of an accredited program. Experience: Less than 1 year of experience. Certification/license/registration: Nurse Practitioner (NP) Registered Nurse (RN) BLS: within 30 days of hire or transfer Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (ACNP-BC) Adult‑Gerontology Acute Care NP Board Certification (ACNPC‑AG) Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (NNP‑BC) #J-18808-Ljbffr Stryker Corporation