Critical Care/ICU Nurse Practitioner

Pioneer Critical Care is seeking experienced Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners to join our hospital-based critical care team in Tampa Bay, Florida. This is an excellent opportunity to provide high-acuity ICU care within a collaborative, physician-led organization committed to quality, innovation, and compassionate patient care. APPs will work 12-hour shifts on a 7-on/7-off schedule, 7:00 PM 7:00 AM. Key Responsibilities Provide high-quality care for critically ill patients during 12-hour day or night shifts. Manage complex ICU cases, including acute respiratory failure, shock, sepsis, ventilated patients, and other high-acuity conditions. Collaborate with physicians, APP colleagues, nursing, respiratory therapy, hospital teams, and leadership to support seamless patient care. Respond to changes in patient status, participate in rapid response events, and elevate care appropriately. Order and interpret diagnostic and laboratory testing within scope of practice. Perform advanced procedures as credentialed, including central and arterial lines, chest tubes, thoracentesis, needle thoracostomy, and intubation. Support quality improvement, patient safety, documentation, compliance, and team-based workflow initiatives. Qualifications Current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license, or eligibility for licensure, in Florida. Graduate of an accredited PA or NP program; Acute Care NP certification required for APRN candidates when applicable. Minimum of 1+ year of APP hospital experience preferred; ICU APP experience strongly preferred. Prior ICU RN experience valued. Ability or willingness to develop proficiency in advanced critical care procedures within credentialed scope. Strong clinical judgment, communication, teamwork, and patient-centered approach to care. Compensation, Benefits, And Professional Support Competitive base compensation commensurate with training and experience. Productivity bonus opportunity based on encounter volume. $10,000 sign-on bonus available for experienced APPs. New APPs with strong clinical potential may be considered for training, with an option for a retention bonus. Comprehensive benefits, retirement plan options, malpractice coverage, CME support, and credentialing support. Supportive physician and APP team culture focused on collaboration, growth, and quality care. About Pioneer Pulmonology, Critical Care And Sleep Medicine Pioneer is a physician‑owned private practice that has partnered exclusively with AdventHealth for more than 15 years. Our organization supports more than 300 providers across Central and West Florida and is committed to innovation, quality, compassionate care, and strong clinical collaboration. Team Culture and Community Impact At Pioneer, exceptional patient care begins with an exceptional team. We foster a supportive environment built on mutual respect, open communication, APP development, provider well-being, and shared commitment to advancing pulmonary and critical care medicine. Through our hospital partnerships and the Pioneer Medical Foundation, our team also supports community‑focused care, including weekly clinics for individuals who are homeless or uninsured. About The Tampa Bay Region South Tampa offers an exceptional quality of life with beautiful waterfront neighborhoods, a vibrant dining and entertainment scene, and convenient access to downtown Tampa and Tampa International Airport. Known for its year‑round sunshine, outdoor recreation, walkable districts, and blend of urban energy and coastal Florida living, the area provides an ideal balance of career opportunity, convenience, and lifestyle. The broader Tampa Bay region offers year‑round outdoor living, Gulf Coast beaches, boating, fishing, kayaking, golf, professional sports, arts and cultural events, live music, festivals, and family‑oriented activities. It is an excellent setting for providers seeking both career growth and quality of life. #J-18808-Ljbffr