Transform patient care and community as a Critical Care Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in Visalia, California.

Our mission in Visalia is to provide “better” in every sense—better healthcare, better teamwork, and a lasting impact on the community we proudly serve. Ready to grow your career in a place that values community and collaboration? Let’s talk.

People First in Visalia

Local Team Collaboration:

• Join our close-knit team of ten physicians and two Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) at Kaweah Health.
• Work alongside a dedicated team that is actively involved in work groups such as practice guidelines, the code blue committee, and the ICU celebration of life committee. Our team includes physicians who live in Fresno/Clovis and commute and members who travel from Los Angeles, creating a diverse and committed group focused on delivering exceptional care.

Qualifications:

• One year of ICU experience is desired, although we are open to having hospitalist nurse practitioners with ICU procedures experience.

Practice in the Heart of the Community

Flexible Scheduling:

• We offer flexible scheduling options to support a healthy work-life balance, including opportunities for varied shifts to accommodate your personal preferences and commitments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide care in a 600-bed Level III trauma center and stroke center
• At night an APP will cover the ICCU with tele-ICU physician support.
• The ICCU is an extension of the MICU – this is an opportunity to practice at the top of your license as a critical care NP/PA. Work independently in the ICCU, providing critical care to patients requiring insulin drips, low-dose pressors, BiPAP, trach, and ventilation.
• Perform ICU procedures, including central lines, arterial lines, and intubations, with support from Tele-ICU MD when necessary.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including intensivists, APPs, and tele-ICU physicians, to deliver high-quality care to critically ill patients.
• Work as part of a team that ensures round-the-clock coverage and effective patient management in a high-acuity, dynamic environment.

Living and Working in Visalia:

• Visalia offers the best of California’s Central Valley, with its vibrant downtown, rich agricultural roots, and proximity to national parks. This friendly community is perfect for those who appreciate a slower pace of life, yet it’s close enough to the excitement of major cities. Whether visiting local wineries, strolling through downtown, or enjoying outdoor recreation, Visalia offers a peaceful, picturesque place to live.

Purpose-Driven Work with Local Impact

Visalia-Centered Care:

• Our guiding principle is patient-first care, which means we’re focused on the people of Visalia and nearby areas. You’ll be part of a team that’s making a real difference in the health of our neighbors.

Rewards and Benefits:

• Compensation: The salary range for working 15 nights per month is $263,520. Salary will vary depending on critical care experience and shift commitment.
  • We offer relocation assistance and a commencement bonus.
• Benefits:
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • 401k with matching contributions.
  • Paid malpractice insurance and tail coverage.
  • Annual CME allowance.