CVICU Nurse Practitioner

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Advanced Practice Provider to join our Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) team in Houston. This full-time night position offers the opportunity to care for critically ill heart failure patients in a fast-paced, collaborative environment within the Texas Medical Center. The ideal candidate has strong critical care experience and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide advanced clinical care for patients in the CVICU, focusing on heart failure and complex cardiovascular conditions
• Collaborate with cardiologists, surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare team members to develop and implement patient care plans
• Perform patient assessments, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and manage therapies
• Participate in rounds, patient consultations, and family communications
• Ensure compliance with hospital protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Nursing as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (MSN-AGACNP) required
• 2-3 years of critical care experience as an ICU registered nurse or nurse practitioner
• Experience caring for patients with heart failure preferred
• Licensed or eligible to practice as an NP in Texas
• Ability and desire to work night shifts
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making skills

Why Join Us:

• Work at a top-tier cardiovascular ICU within the Texas Medical Center
• Collaborative, patient-centered care environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Competitive compensation and benefits package