Baylor Scott & White Health
Neuro ICU - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Location: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, TX Schedule: Nights only 7-on / 14-off 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM Call Requirements: None Employment Type: Full-time Position Overview: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple is seeking a dedicated and autonomous Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) to join our Neuro Intensive Care Unit (Neuro ICU) team. This is a night-shift only role with a favorable 7-on / 14-off block schedule and no call responsibilities. The ACNP will play a critical role in the overnight care of high-acuity neuro ICU patients, including procedures, admissions, cross coverage, and team-based rounding with a nocturnal intensivist and house staff. Key Responsibilities: Provide autonomous, overnight clinical care to Neuro ICU patientsPerform procedures: central lines, arterial lines, intubationsManage cross coverage within the Neuro ICUHandle ICU admissions during overnight hoursParticipate in rounding with nocturnal intensivist and house staffPreferred Qualifications: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) certification required1+ years experience in critical care, neurology, or ICU preferredNew graduates with strong interest in neurocritical care are welcomeProficiency in ICU-level procedures is expected (or willingness to train)Ability to work independently and thrive in a high-acuity, team-based environmentWhy Baylor Scott & White - Temple? Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple is a 640-bed Level I Trauma Center and major teaching hospital with 31 accredited residency and fellowship programs. It was ranked among the top 15 teaching hospitals in the U.S. by Thomson Reuters in 2022. Temple, TX, offers no state income tax, low cost of living, and a strong educational system. Centrally located between Dallas, Austin, Houston, and San Antonio, it provides easy access to major cities while offering a relaxed and affordable lifestyle. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Nurse Practitioner (NP) Registered Nurse (RN) Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer. Acute Care Nrs Pract Cert (ACNP-BC), Acute Care NP-A Gerontology (ACNPC-AG), Neonatal NP (NNP-BC): Must have one of the following: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (ACNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (ACNPC-AG) Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (NNP-BC).