Pediatric Surgery Nurse Practitioner I/II

Department Description

Patient Care Services

Job Summary

Final Filing Date
June 30, 2023 - Repost
Salary Range
NP I: $75.79 - $99.95
NP II $79.54 - $104.96
Salary Frequency
Hourly
Appointment Type
Career
Number of Positions
1
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 Surgery Nurse Practitioner will care for pediatric trauma and pediatric general surgery service patients and their families. The pediatric surgery service will include care in the OR, PACU, acute care floor, emergency department, PICU, and NICU. The role of the pediatric surgery NP is to facilitate multi-disciplinary care through interaction with patients, housestaff, attendings and nurses. Patient care provided includes but not limited to, initiating appropriate consultations and referrals, postoperative patient evaluation and care, follow-up evaluations; and patient care planning, care education, and coordination of care. The PNP will also provide education to patients, family members, ICU members, and medical providers including medical students, residents, and fellow physicians. PNPs may participate in the design and implementation of research and/or quality improvement studies within the Pediatric Surgery Department.

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 (e.g. chemotherapy) as defined by standardized procedures for your specific department. This may include non-invasive or invasive procedures, surgical procedures, including operative first assist per approved standardized procedures as identified by the list available on 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

*Applicants will be hired as NPI (new grad ) or NP II depending on qualifications and experience.*

NP I/II

• Current AHA CPR/BLS and PALS Certifications
  
• National Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Acute Care Board Certification (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
  

NP I:

• Three or more years of PICU, NICU or Peds ED RN experience
  

NP II:

• One year or greater Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner experience
  

Preferred Qualifications

• NPII: One or more years of Pediatric Surgery Nurse Practitioner experience
  

Special Requirements

• 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
  
• Manual dexterity to handle complicated medical equipment safely and effectively
  
• 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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At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

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
June 30, 2023 - Repost
Salary Range
NP I: $75.79 - $99.95
NP II $79.54 - $104.96
Salary Frequency
Hourly
Appointment Type
Career
Number of Positions
1
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=53717&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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