Nurse Practitioner I/II-Pediatric Surgery
Job Summary
To provide independent advanced level nurse practitioner clinical expertise to patients and their families on an ongoing 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 or independently based on licensure. 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 are 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 patient care in a team-based care environment 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.
Apply By Date: 11/15/2024
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
NP I/II:
- At least one (1) year RN experience in a pediatric acute care
- Current AHA CPR/BLS and PALS certifications
- National NP board certification in aligned specialty with the practice area within 3 months of hire.
- 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 within 3 months of hire.
- DEA within 3 months of hire.
- Judgment 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 II:
- Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
- California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License
- California Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) without restriction
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate within 3 months of hire
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
- National NP board certification in aligned specialty with the practice area
- American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Graduation with a master's degree, DNP or PhD in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing.
- One year or greater recent experience as a pediatric acute care nurse practitioner
- Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Judgment skills to effectively meet the needs of patients
- Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role
- Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider
Preferred Qualifications
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
- One year or greater recent experience as a nurse practitioner in pediatric surgery
- Two years or greater PICU, PCICU, NICU or Trauma ED clinical experience
Key Responsibilities
- 70% - Inpatient (may include some or all responsibilities below)
- 10% - Coordination and Collaboration
- 10% - Professional Development
- 5% - Quality and Evidence-Based Practice
- 5% - Research and Education
Department Overview
UC Davis Health is at the forefront of incorporating Advanced Practice Providers (APP) as part of interprofessional care teams to support increasing numbers of complex care patients. APPs are vital parts of the multidisciplinary hospital-based teams caring for our patients in specialty care throughout the UC Davis Health system.
Department Specific Job Scope
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 is not limited to, initiating appropriate consultations and referrals, post-operative patient evaluation and care, follow-up evaluations; and patient care planning and discharges, care education, and coordination of care. The NP will also provide education to patients, family members, ICU team members, and medical providers including medical students, residents, and fellow physicians. NPs may participate in the design and implementation of research and/or quality improvement studies within the Pediatric Surgery Department.
POSITION INFORMATION
- Salary or Pay Range: $83.52-$110.21
- Salary Frequency: Hourly
- Salary Grade: STEPS
- UC Job Title: NURSE PRACT 2
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Staff: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100
- Shift Hours: 10 Hour Day Shifts
- Location: Main Hospital (HSP001)
- Union Representation: NX-Nurses
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site
Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources, and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial, and career goals.
Physical Demands
- Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Environmental Demands
- Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Mental Demands
- Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Work Environment
Ability to work flexible hours. References reflect an overall meet or exceeds.
Special Requirements
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and training requirements
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
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.
To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psc/ucdmed/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&JobOpeningId=65995&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=5&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant
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