Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioner II - MED: Orthopaedic Surgery - Sacramento Campus

University of California- Davis Health

United States, Sacramento

June 26, 2023

MED: Orthopaedic Surgery

This position is with the UC Davis Health School of Medicine Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, an academic/clinical department, encompassing several sub-specialties, working to achieve excellence in patient care, teaching, research and public service. The Department's strategy is built on four pillars: Impactful Advocacy; In-demand, World-Class Education; Innovation through Leading-Edge Research; and World-Class Quality, Value-Driven Clinical Care.

Job Summary

Final Filing Date	June 30, 2023
Salary Range	$79.54 - $104.96
Salary Frequency	Hourly
Appointment Type	Career
Number of Positions	1
Percentage of Time	100%
Shift Hour	8-Hour Shifts (M-F)
Location	ACC 1700
City	Sacramento
Union Representation	NX
Benefits Eligible	Yes

Reposted 6/1

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

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.

This position is primarily based in the Lawrence J. Ellison Ambulatory Care Center, but incumbent must be able to travel and work occasionally at other clinic or hospital locations to meet business needs.

Required Qualifications

One (1) year or greater experience as a Nurse Practitioner
One year or greater recent clinical experience in Orthopaedics
Current AHA CPR/BLS and ACLS Certification
National NP board certification in aligned specialty with the practice area
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

One (1) or greater recent clinical experience in specialty care of the hiring department

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.
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 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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