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Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioner II MED: Orthopaedic Surgery Sacramento Campus

Department Description

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
May 31, 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 5/1

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 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.
  

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. 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
May 31, 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


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=49633&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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