PA or NP | Heart Failure ICU | 150K + 8% differential Relo package

Job Description

Job Description

Heart Failure ICU Nurse Practitioner – FT Nights

Location : Houston, TX 77030

Schedule : Full-Time | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts (7p–7a) | Rotating Weekends & Holidays | No Call

Salary Range : $135,200 – $147,680 / year + 8% Medical Center Differential

Relocation : Partial Package ($1,000–$5,000 based on distance)

Highlights

Night shift (7p–7a) : paid for 40 hours per week

8% pay differential for working in the medical center

No call required

High-acuity, technology-driven environment

RN experience applies toward total experience

Industry-leading benefits and internal mobility

About the Role

Lions & Bears Staffing Partners is seeking a Mid-Level Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) for a full-time night shift role in the Heart Failure ICU at a major academic medical center in Houston, TX .

This is a unique opportunity to care for critically ill cardiac patients, including those requiring ECMO, LVADs, heart / lung transplant, and mechanical circulatory support (MCS) . The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in critical care nursing and a passion for complex cardiac care.

Key Responsibilities

Assess, diagnose, and manage high-acuity cardiac patients in a 24 / 7 ICU setting

Perform clinical procedures within the PA / NP scope of practice

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and surgical teams for integrated care

Manage patients with advanced devices : LVADs, ECMO, transplants, and MCS

Deliver structured care with consistent communication and accurate documentation

Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and night coverage across heart failure service lines

Must-Have Qualifications

Current Texas license to practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

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AGACNP certification (Adult Geriatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner)

National certification (ANCC, AANP, AACN) in Acute Care

BLS and ACLS certifications (active)

2+ years of RN or NP experience in cardiovascular ICU or critical care settings

Minimum age : 18

Nice-to-Haves

Experience with heart failure populations, LVADs, ECMO, transplant , or post-cardiac surgery

Prior ICU RN experience highly valued

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance & Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off + Personal Days + Spiritual Holiday

8% geographical pay differential for working at the Texas Medical Center

Nurse Advancement Program for professional growth

Culture of internal mobility and team-based collaboration