Critical Care Nurse Practitioner
About the role
Transform patient care and community as a Nocturnal Critical Care Nurse Practitioner in Austin, TX. 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.
Team and Environment
Join our established team at Heart Hospital of Austin. The hospital is home to one of the largest non‑academic cardiovascular research programs in the world and has been named a 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospital by IBM Watson Health for 12 consecutive years. Healthgrades has awarded St. David’s Medical Center (which includes Heart Hospital of Austin and St. David’s Georgetown Hospital) the America’s 100 Best Hospitals Award for four straight years. Our 14‑bed CVICU primarily cares for cardiac‑critically ill patients, with some general ICU cases, and features an advanced heart‑failure program with growing ECMO and LVAD services. The culture emphasizes excellent collaboration with consultants and ancillary staff, an extremely manageable workload, and typically 1‑2 admissions overnight.
Qualifications
- Graduate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
- Active Nurse Practitioner license or eligibility to become licensed in Texas.
- Proficiency in ICU procedures (intubations, arterial lines, and central lines).
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Schedule
Block schedule with an average of 15 night shifts per month. The team collaborates to create a monthly schedule that works for everyone.
Responsibilities
- Provide care to patients in the ICU.
- Admit patients to the ICU and perform necessary procedures.
Location
Austin, the Live Music Capital of the World, offers a vibrant music scene, renowned festivals such as Austin City Limits and South by Southwest, a bustling culinary landscape with BBQ, food trucks, and fine dining, and abundant outdoor amenities like Town Lake and Barton Springs. The city also boasts a strong job market, excellent schools, and a family‑friendly environment.
Compensation and Benefits
Very competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) with matching contributions, and paid malpractice coverage (including tail coverage).
Contact: Ben Housley, Clinical Recruiter – bhousley@soundphysicians.com – (615) 483‑1809