Critical Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for Exceed Healthcare
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Job Description
Why Join Exceed Healthcare?
At Exceed Healthcare, our mission is simple: Improving lives through innovation.
We are elevating healthcare by delivering cutting-edge medical services, expanding access through seamless virtual care, and always putting patients at the center of everything we do.
Our vision is to lead the future of healthcare by exceeding expectations through technology, strategic insight, and a deep commitment to excellence.
We value integrity, respect, accountability, and collaboration. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture where courage and resiliency thrive and where every team member plays a vital role in making an impact.
Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that prioritizes exceptional patient care, supports your growth, and believes in leading from every role.
We Are Looking For
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Job Summary
The Critical Care Advanced Practitioner Provider (APP) provides advanced, comprehensive care to critically ill and medically complex patients in the intensive care unit (ICU).
A board-certified and licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA), the APP works independently and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, evidence-based practice, and procedural expertise to deliver high-quality patient care.
This role combines critical thinking, evidence-based practice, and procedural expertise with strong clinical skills and effective communication to manage complex medical conditions in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
- Board-certified and licensure in one of the following roles are required:
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP),
- Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP), or
- Physician Assistant/Associate (PA).
- Active certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) are required.
Experience
At least one year of critical care experience as an NP, PA, or ICU RN is preferred.
Strong working knowledge of critical care medicine, including fluid resuscitation, vasopressor management, hemodynamic monitoring, and mechanical ventilation.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills to synthesize and analyze complex patient data.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
- Proficiency in procedural skills relevant to critical care preferred.
- Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Exceed Cares
Benefits:
At Exceed Healthcare, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to attracting and retaining exceptional talent by offering a thoughtfully designed benefits program that prioritizes the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members and their families.
Medical Coverage - We offer 100% employer-paid employee medical coverage, plus additional contributions toward dependent premiums.
Ancillary Coverages - You will have access to dental, vision, life, disability, and a variety of supplemental insurance plans.
Retirement - Plan for your future with a company-sponsored 401 (k) with an employer match of up to 4% for eligible team members.
Build Your Career with Exceed Healthcare
At Exceed, we believe in elevating patient care by empowering our teams and exceeding expectations.
Career Growth & Advancement: We believe in promoting from within and empowering our team members to achieve their professional goals and build rewarding, long-term careers.
Training & Development: We invest in our employees through ongoing training and development opportunities that encourage personal growth, strengthen skills, and support career advancement. Our Transition to Practice program provides initial and ongoing training, education and support to ensure our providers are equipped with the knowledge and skills required to provide exceptional patient care.
Competitive Compensation: We regularly evaluate industry and market trends to ensure our compensation remains competitive and recognizes the value our team members bring to the Exceed team.
Work-Life Balance: We recognize that life extends beyond work. We prioritize balanced scheduling for our providers to support personal well-being, family commitments, and a healthy work-life balance.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Key Responsibilities
The Critical Care Advanced Practitioner provides comprehensive medical care to critically ill patients within the intensive care unit. They work both independently and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to manage complex medical conditions using evidence-based practices.
Certifications
Key Skills
Critical Care — Physician Assistant Career Context
Of the 50 active Physician Assistant listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 60% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Physician Assistant median $126k (middle half $110k–$155k)42 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Texas index 97.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| All physician assistant listings in Texas | 319 active | 4,913 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 6% remote · 60% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas physician assistant listings (all specialties): 22% state a sign-on bonus · 4% offer loan repayment319 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Physician Assistant pay trend (all specialties) | +3.2% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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