Critical Care Career

Critical Care Nurse Practitioner (PRN)

Plano, Texas

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Expertise. Teamwork. Purpose.

In critical care, APPs are essential to delivering high-acuity, evidence-based care when it matters most. You bring advanced clinical skill, adaptability, and calm leadership to complex ICU environments—ensuring timely interventions and seamless coordination across multidisciplinary teams.

As part of the largest Critical Care organization in the U.S., you are supported by a national infrastructure and a collaborative culture that values your expertise. Whether practicing on-site or through Tele-ICU, you are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of critically ill patients.

Job Type: PRN
Job Level: Experienced
Shift: Day; Night
Travel: No

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Job ID:

JOB-000896

Date posted:

04/03/2026

Category:

Critical Care

Practice at the Top of Your License as a Critical Care Nurse Practitioner

Deliver patient-centered care that makes a difference. In this role, you’ll collaborate with a skilled team, contribute to clinical excellence, and enjoy opportunities for professional growth – all while serving the Plano community.

Local Team Collaboration:

We take pride in our well-established team at Texas Health Plano
At Texas Health Plano, our strong collaborative team includes board-certified critical care physicians and acute care trained advanced practice providers

Qualifications:

Board-certified acute care trained Nurse Practitioner with unrestricted license
Prior ICU APP practice time – minimum of 3-years post training practice
Active Texas license
Ability to manage a high volume of complex cases, including critical interventions such as intubations, central lines, and arterial lines
Authorized to work in the United States

Scheduling:

PRN- No set monthly shift commitment, offering flexibility to schedule shifts as available and based on the program need

Key Responsibilities:

Provide high-quality, comprehensive care to medical / surgical /cardiac / neuro ICU patients
Demonstrate autonomous care within an ICU setting with support from a full complement of medical subspecialists; demonstrate ability to work autonomously and multitask within the critical care team
Commit to excellence in the clinical service and demonstrate problem-solving abilities necessary to best serve our patients
Must provide evidence of procedural competence with the following procedures: central lines, arterial lines, intubations and chest tubes
EMR is Epic

Living and Working in Plano:

Ranked the most affluent city in the nation and home to numerous top companies, Plano features dining, shopping, and outdoor activities. It is located within 30 minutes of Dallas and 50 minutes of Fort Worth. The area boasts an average of 285 sunny days a year and is a commutable distance to several Fortune 500 companies, professional sports teams, numerous music and entertainment venues, theaters, the Dallas Symphony, and much more. Texas’ motto is “Friendship”, which perfectly describes the city’s welcoming personality.

Rewards and Compensation:

Compensation: Enhanced shift-based compensation
Paid malpractice with tail coverage

Cathy Harbert, Director of Critical Care Recruiting | charbert@soundphysicians.com | 330-418-2226

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Our values in action

Uncompromising Care:

You deliver precise, patient-centered care in high-stakes moments. We support you with systems that respect your autonomy and elevate your impact because excellence is essential in every decision.
Collaboration:

You are part of a deeply connected team of APPs and intensivists who work side by side, building trust through shared decision-making and multidisciplinary coordination.
Accountability:

You lead with confidence, owning your role in the ICU, contributing to clinical strategy, and driving performance across diverse and complex care environments.
Ingenuity & Empathy:

You bring thoughtful solutions and steady leadership to critical situations, balancing clinical precision with compassion for patients, families, and your team.

Career Path

Trainee
Practicing
Single-site Leadership
Multi-site Leadership
Specialty Leadership

Trainee :
Start your journey as a new graduate or transition to an unfamiliar role by completing a structured clinical training program focused on developing essential competencies for high-quality patient care. This training is supplemented by a self-directed didactic curriculum to build a knowledge base and support ongoing professional growth.
Practicing :
Continue your career as a practicing clinician by continually expanding your clinical expertise and delivering exemplary patient care. Develop foundational leadership skills and contribute to organizational excellence by engaging in committees and supporting the implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
Single-site Leadership :
Assume leadership responsibilities at the practice level as a Lead Advanced Practice Provider, Associate Medical Director, or Medical Director. In these roles, you will oversee clinical teams, collaborate with hospital partners, and ensure both operational and clinical excellence within a single-site setting.
Multi-site Leadership :
Expand your impact by supporting multiple practices as a Regional or Divisional Lead Advanced Practice Provider. These roles emphasize the recruitment and retention of Advanced Practice Providers and facilitate team integration initiatives.
Specialty Leadership :
Advance to senior leadership as Chief Advanced Practice Officer, where you will collaborate with service line leaders to influence organizational programs and lead initiatives that develop team-based care models on a national scale.

Hear from our team

“At Sound, we don’t just hire APPs—we invest in them. From structured onboarding to ongoing collaboration with central services, we make sure our APPs have the foundation to thrive.”

APRIL BURKE, PA-C
Chief Advanced Practice Officer
“I am versatile in practice and able to adjust to different situations and roles - whether it's meeting patient needs, supporting families, or stepping into leadership.”

Dellyn Matthew, AGACNP-BC,
CC APP Lead