Critical Care Nurse Practitioner

Our mission in Austin is to provide “better” in every sense—better healthcare, better teamwork, and a lasting impact on the community we proudly serve. Ready to grow your career in a place that values community and collaboration? Let’s talk.

We are hiring for a Nocturnist position. A Nocturnist role requires working exclusively overnight shifts.

Local Team Collaboration:

• St David’s North Austin Medical Center is a 440-bed acute care facility and level IV trauma center with excellent women’s health services, a heart and vascular center, neurology and neurosurgery programs, and a kidney transplant program. Roughly 1/3 of all deliveries in Austin happen at our hospital.
• We have one Intensivist during the day with one APP overnight providing care in a 24-bed Med/Surg ICU (7 PM-7 AM). The Intensivist is available telephonically and can/will return to the ICU if needed. Our ICU population is primarily medical, although we get some post-op surgery.
• The APP averages 1-2 admissions overnight plus procedures. We respond to codes along with the ER Physician. We do not participate in rapid response. This is a collegial team to work with and we have excellent rapport with the Hospitalist, ER Team, and specialists.

Qualifications:

• Graduate degree from an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program.
• Active Nurse Practitioner license or eligible to become licensed in Texas.
• Must be proficient in performing ICU procedures (arterial lines and central lines).
• 2 years of ICU experience in the scope of an ACNP-BC.

Scheduling:

• 7 on 7 off schedule but can be flexible to meet team members’ needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing care to patients in the ICU.
• Admit patients to the ICU and perform procedures.

Living and Working in Austin:

• Named the Live Music Capital of the World, Austin has a plethora of music venues and local bands to entertain endless crowds. The metro area is home to banner music festivals like Austin City Limits, a two-weekend-long fall event featuring major headliners and lesser-known acts, as well as South by Southwest. Those who are looking for a great dining experience will enjoy Austin’s bustling culinary scene, featuring an endless array of BBQ and food trucks, as well as fine dining restaurants. Outdoor amenities are endless – spend the day on Town Lake, or cool off Located inside off at Barton Springs is a natural pool fed by underwater springs. A booming job market and excellent schools make Austin a wonderful place for families.

Austin-Centered Care:

Our guiding principle is patient-first care, which means we focus on the people of Austin and nearby areas. You’ll be part of a team that’s making a real difference in the health of our neighbors.

Rewards and Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Benefits:
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • 401k with matching contributions.
  • Paid malpractice, including tail coverage.