Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider Nurse Practitioner - Physician Assistant
Overview
Becoming a Nurse at University Health is a great way to step up and be there for the people of South Texas. They look up to us, and as a Nurse at UH, we’ll look to you to help carry out this mission in an environment that has been designated, and redesignated, as a Magnet Health Organization by the American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) for more than a decade. From your first day, you’ll be hands on with our patients while gaining valuable experience, earning excellent benefits and making a real impact on people’s lives.
- Full Time
- Level:
- Travel: Minimal (if any)
- Salary: $63K-$96K
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Success Profile
What does it take to build a successful Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider Nurse Practitioner - Physician Assistant? career at University Health? Take a look the top qualities we’re after and see if you have the right mix.
- Collaborative
- Compassionate
- Empathetic
- Problem-solver
- Detail-oriented
- Strong Communicator
At University Health, we are strongly committed to quality, compassion and innovation in everything we do here and in our community.
This is a great place to be exposed to many different types of patients, procedures and disease processes.
Acute Care Nurse
Learn more about what it means to be a nurse at University Health
Benefits
We believe in taking care of those who care for our community and provide each of our health care professionals with the benefits they need to thrive in all aspects of their lives.
Rewards
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Healthcare
Medical: Excellent coverage for individuals and families with very low premiums and co-pays, and ZERO co-pays for medications filled at University Health. Dental, vision, pet insurance, flexible and health spending accounts.
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
Generous accrual rates that start on day one.
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Retirement
We offer both a 457(b) and 403(b) deferred compensation programs.
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Education Reimbursement
Including college tuition reimbursement up to $600 per semester, continuing education up to $400 and certification reimbursement.
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Life and Disability
Basic life paid by University Health, with optional plans for life and disability insurance.
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Health and Wellness
Employee discounts, including gym memberships, employee health clinic, healing arts program, community events.
Responsibilities
University Health in San Antonio is seeking board-certified Advanced Practice Providers (Acute Care Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants) to join a high-acuity, multidisciplinary critical care team at University Hospital. This role supports a 24/7, high-intensity ICU model serving complex patient populations including solid organ transplantation, cardiothoracic surgery, cardiac care, and ECMO therapy. Our collaborative model integrates Surgical Critical Care and Anesthesia Critical Care services to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care across all ICU service lines.
About the Program
The critical care team is structured to provide:
- 24/7 on-site coverage by Faculty Intensivists and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
- Support from multidisciplinary Residents and Critical Care Fellows
- Clearly defined structures and processes to ensure quality and consistency of care
- Real-time collaboration across service lines to develop and implement conjoint care plans
Qualifications
- Board-certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant
- Active or eligible for Texas licensure
- ICU experience strongly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high-acuity, team-based environment
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and collaboration skills
Why Join University Health?
University Health is proud to offer a supportive and rewarding work environment, including:
- Competitive total compensation package
- Affordable medical insurance and comprehensive benefits
- Loan repayment program up to $50,000 over 5 years
- Annual professional business expense allowance plus CME days
- Annual tuition reimbursement and certification support
- Deferred compensation retirement plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Opportunity to work alongside highly skilled and respected physicians
- Strong culture of teamwork and peer camaraderie
About University Health
University Health is a nationally recognized academic health system committed to delivering high-quality care, advancing medical education, and improving community health across South Texas.
Why San Antonio?
San Antonio offers an exceptional quality of life with a low cost of living, rich cultural heritage, a vibrant culinary and arts scene, and easy access to the Texas Hill Country. The city combines major metropolitan amenities with a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere and year-round outdoor activities.
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