Nurse Practitioner : Heart Failure ICU

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 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

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