Pediatric Float Team Nurse Practitioner II

Department Description

Patient Care Services - Nurse Practitioners

Job Summary

Final Filing Date
May 31, 2023
Salary Range
$79.54 - $104.96
Salary Frequency
Hourly
Appointment Type
Career
Number of Positions
2
Percentage of Time
100%
Shift Hour
10 Hour Day Shift
Location
Main Hospital
City
Sacramento
Union Representation
NX
Benefits Eligible
Yes

We offer exceptional employment benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacations and holidays, excellent retirement savings and investment plans, continuing education, and reduced fee and scholarship programs

THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY

Responsibilities

The Pediatric Float Team Nurse Practitioner role will include caring for inpatient pediatric patients across surgical and medical services, such as PICU, PCICU, Pediatric Surgery, Pediatric ENT, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, PNP appropriate patients in the NICU and additional services depending on staffing needs. The PNP will provide patient evaluation, ordering and interpretation of diagnostic tests, initiation of appropriate treatments and medications using established protocols and practices. In addition, the role will include: consultation with other providers; communication with patients and families; admission/transfer/discharge planning; documentation of care including routine notes and procedure notes. With appropriate credentials and privileges, the PNP may also perform invasive procedures (e.g., intubation, arterial and central line placement, GT change, drain removal, lumbar puncture, moderate sedation) within their defined scope of practice. The PNP will also provide education to patients, family members, and medical providers including nursing staff, allied health team members. PNPs may participate in the design and implementation of research and/or quality improvement studies within the Children's Hospital.

To provide independent advanced level nurse practitioner clinical expertise to patients and their families on an on-going basis. This includes the management of chronic stable medical conditions, routine care, acute or critical care, and medical and specialty protocols as defined by standardized procedures for your specific department. This may include non-invasive or invasive procedures per approved standardized procedures as identified by the list available in the Medical Staff Office. Patient management decisions will be independent where appropriate after assessment of the patient and interdependent with consultation with an attending or other member of the team. NPs are expected to act as an expert resource person for health care providers including nurses, residents and other ancillary staff.

Provides direct patient care to a diversified patient population. Applies knowledge, experience, and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, set priorities, and use abstract thought to evaluate clinical situations. Participates in patient and staff education. Demonstrates leadership skills. Demonstrates accountability for own practices as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.

Required Qualifications

• Three or more years Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner experience in PICU, PCICU or Pediatric Surgery
  
• Current AHA CPR/BLS and PALS Certifications
  
• National board certification as a PNP-AC
  
• Graduation with a Master's degree, DNP or PhD in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing
  
• Possession of valid California RN and Nurse Practitioner license without restrictions
  
• Furnishing license
  
• DEA within 3 months of hire
  
• Judgement skills to effectively meet the needs of patients
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  
• Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role
  
• Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers
  
• Ability to perform patient procedures
  

Applicants are encouraged to upload license and certification if required of the position.


Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in a PICU or PCICU and Pediatric Surgery highly desired
  

Special Requirements

• Physical ability and technical skills to perform a variety of medical procedures including lumbar punctures and bone marrow aspirations (training can be provided).
  
• May be required to take call on nights and weekends as needed as part of the pediatric hematology/oncology medical team
  
• Knowledge of approved abbreviations for UCDMC medical records
  
• Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider.
  
• Ability to work flexible hours.
  
• References reflect an overall meet or exceeds.
  
• Ability to work overtime and work weekends and holidays.
  
• This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
  
• The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.
  

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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

Final Filing Date
May 31, 2023
Salary Range
$79.54 - $104.96
Salary Frequency
Hourly
Appointment Type
Career
Number of Positions
2
Percentage of Time
100%
Shift Hour
10 Hour Day Shift
Location
Main Hospital
City
Sacramento
Union Representation
NX
Benefits Eligible
Yes


To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucdmed/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=5&JobOpeningId=53714&PostingSeq=1

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.





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