NP Jobs in Texas
NP jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with the state consistently ranking among the most active U.S. markets for nurse practitioner hiring across hospital systems, primary care clinics, urgent care, and specialty practices at every level from new graduate to experienced independent practitioner. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio drive the highest volume of openings, anchored by large employers such as HCA Healthcare, UT Health, and Baylor Scott & White Health. Family practice, emergency medicine, and behavioral health are the most sought-after specialties across Texas right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Summary
The Department of Anesthesiology, Section of Critical Care Medicine is seeking a qualified candidate for Advanced Practice Clinician position in a critical care clinical role. This Advanced Practice Clinician will provide medical care to patients with complex acute, critical, and/or chronic health conditions in a hospital setting in one or more specialized areas under the direction of a physician. Candidate will be required to provide clinical excellence, scholarly enthusiasm, and a track record of excellent clinical performance. The provider will have direct patient care responsibilities. The position will report to a BCM department head and the SVP and Dean of Clinical Affairs.
Key Functions:
- Be able to conduct comprehensive assessment of patients throughout the continuum in the inpatient setting based on age and diagnosis, including psychological status.
- Perform and document history and physicals, order diagnostic studies, therapeutic procedures, prescribe medications, and participate in collaboration and direct reporting of patient information to the medical staff.
- Proficient use of Epic in the delivery of care.
Working Conditions:
This position requires working in Critical Care Units.
Job Purpose
Provides advanced nursing care to patients in a clinical setting in an area of specialization under the direction of a physician.
Job Duties
- Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations.
- Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient.
- Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
- Maintain records and write orders and progress notes in patient charts as to status, treatments, and procedures.
- Monitors and ensures accuracy of recording on patient medical records.
- Provide follow-up health maintenance care to patients in accordance with protocols established with the supervising physician.
- Communicate with physicians, patients, and the family members of patients concerning patient care.
- Collaborates with providers, and practice staff in identifying appropriate patients for care management.
- Perform other job related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education Required:
- For Nurse Practitioners: Master's degree in Nursing. Acute Care Certification (CPNP-AC) required.
- For Physician Assistants: Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies. NOTE: Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies accepted based on terminal degree requirements at the time of graduation.
Experience Required: None required, though preferred.
Certification/Licenses/Registration:
- For Nurse Practitioner: Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the State of Texas Board of Nursing. Current Texas Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN), and acute care certification (CPNP-AC) required.
- For Physician Assistant: Current license as a Physician Assistant by the State of Texas Physician Assistant Board. Specialty certification as required by department.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Summary
The Department of Anesthesiology, Section of Critical Care Medicine is seeking a qualified candidate for Advanced Practice Clinician position in a critical care clinical role. This Advanced Practice Clinician will provide medical care to patients with complex acute, critical, and/or chronic health conditions in a hospital setting in one or more specialized areas under the direction of a physician. Candidate will be required to provide clinical excellence, scholarly enthusiasm, and a track record of excellent clinical performance. The provider will have direct patient care responsibilities. The position will report to a BCM department head and the SVP and Dean of Clinical Affairs.
Key Functions:
- Be able to conduct comprehensive assessment of patients throughout the continuum in the inpatient setting based on age and diagnosis, including psychological status.
- Perform and document history and physicals, order diagnostic studies, therapeutic procedures, prescribe medications, and participate in collaboration and direct reporting of patient information to the medical staff.
- Proficient use of Epic in the delivery of care.
Working Conditions:
This position requires working in Critical Care Units.
Job Purpose
Provides advanced nursing care to patients in a clinical setting in an area of specialization under the direction of a physician.
Job Duties
- Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations.
- Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient.
- Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
- Maintain records and write orders and progress notes in patient charts as to status, treatments, and procedures.
- Monitors and ensures accuracy of recording on patient medical records.
- Provide follow-up health maintenance care to patients in accordance with protocols established with the supervising physician.
- Communicate with physicians, patients, and the family members of patients concerning patient care.
- Collaborates with providers, and practice staff in identifying appropriate patients for care management.
- Perform other job related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education Required:
- For Nurse Practitioners: Master's degree in Nursing. Acute Care Certification (CPNP-AC) required.
- For Physician Assistants: Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies. NOTE: Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies accepted based on terminal degree requirements at the time of graduation.
Experience Required: None required, though preferred.
Certification/Licenses/Registration:
- For Nurse Practitioner: Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the State of Texas Board of Nursing. Current Texas Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN), and acute care certification (CPNP-AC) required.
- For Physician Assistant: Current license as a Physician Assistant by the State of Texas Physician Assistant Board. Specialty certification as required by department.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
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NP Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Baylor Scott & White Health52
- CHRISTUS Health51
- Houston Methodist49
- Baylor College of Medicine39
- Texas Health Resources37
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services292
- Education80
- Non-Profit & Social Services37
- Electronics & Hardware15
- Consulting & Professional Services14
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in NP jobs across Texas.
- Active Texas NP license issued by the Texas Board of Nursing
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree required
- Current national board certification from AANP or ANCC
- Active prescriptive authority registration with the Texas Medical Board
- Current BLS certification and ACLS certification for most clinical settings
- Minimum one to three years of clinical NP experience for non-entry-level roles
NP Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a np in Texas?
To become an np in Texas, you must first complete a master's or doctoral nursing program and pass a national board certification exam through the AANP or ANCC. You then apply for advanced practice registered nurse licensure through the Texas Board of Nursing and register your prescriptive authority with the Texas Medical Board if you plan to prescribe medications. Texas requires NPs to maintain a practice agreement with a collaborating physician for prescriptive authority.
Which companies hire nps in Texas?
Employers hiring nps in Texas right now include Baylor Scott & White Health, CHRISTUS Health, and Houston Methodist, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large integrated health systems and expanding urgent care and retail clinic networks consistently post the highest volume of np openings across the state.
Which Texas cities have the most np jobs?
Houston, Fort Worth, and Austin have the most np openings in Texas, driven by the concentration of major hospital systems, academic medical centers, and specialty group practices in those metros. Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth account for the largest share due to their overall population size and the density of employers like HCA Healthcare, Baylor Scott & White, and large multispecialty groups based in those areas.
Are there remote np jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. The hands-on, patient-facing nature of most np work means the majority of roles are on-site or clinic-based. About 2% of np openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions tend to cluster in telehealth, behavioral health, and care management roles where patient interaction can happen virtually.
How can I get hired as a np in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate NP residency or fellowship programs, which large Texas employers including UT Health and Baylor Scott & White run specifically for candidates without post-certification experience. Targeting rural or underserved community health centers through the Texas Association of Community Health Centers is another strong option, as these sites often hire new graduates. Completing your clinical rotations at a Texas health system and maintaining a current collaborative practice agreement already in place strengthens any application.
Where can I find and apply to np jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to np jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers across the state. Search the roles available, find the ones that fit your specialty and preferred location, and apply directly.
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