(NP) Nurse Practitioner - Cardiothoracic Surgery - 140244

Payroll Title: NURSE PRACT 2 Department: SURGERY Hiring Pay Scale: $84.59 - $118.37 / Hour Worksite: Jacobs Medical Center Appointment Type: Career Appointment Percent: 100% Union: NX Contract Total Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Days, 10 Hour Shifts, Sunday-Saturday #140244 (NP) Nurse Practitioner - Cardiothoracic Surgery Filing Deadline: Thu 7/2/2026 UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 06/29/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor. Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. Current UC San Diego Health CNA (NX) represented RN/NP applicants will be considered after the first 7 days of job posting. All additional applicants will be considered after 14 days of job posting, pending the status of the initial internal CNA (NX) represented applicant pool.

DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, which is a prestigious recognition that applies to only 10% of all U.S. hospitals. Magnet is the “gold standard” for nursing excellence and is based on strengths in five key areas, which include transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements and empirical outcomes. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011. Under the direction of the Division Chief of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, incumbent functions as a provider of patient care in the fields of Cardiothoracic Surgery/Intensive Care Units. Provides full clinical support in the management of inpatient and outpatient procedures and clinical needs. Plans, implements and evaluates healthcare treatments for cardiac and thoracic surgery patients. Provides patient care on specific surgical in‑ and out‑patient services. Functions as assistant in the outpatient clinics, and on the wards, all in coordination with established surgical services. Direct supervision will occur by assigned attending surgeons or chief residents. The position requires a strong emphasis on the complete care of the cardiothoracic surgical patient, from pre‑ to peri‑ to post‑op settings. Participates in ongoing research and/or quality assurance studies. Functions as liaison to counselors, social workers, research nurses. Position requires special knowledge, skills and abilities in the fields of cardiac surgery, thoracic surgery and wound care. While not required, a cover letter is highly recommended when applying to this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a graduate from an accredited nurse practitioner program. California Registered Nurse (RN) license, California Nurse Practitioner (NP) license, and Furnishing License Certification. Current UCSD ART certification, or BLS and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to get ART within six (6) months of hire date. Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) Certification (AGACNP or ACNP). Minimum two (2+) years or more recent Cardiology or Cardiothoracic Surgery NP experience. Theoretical background in: anatomy, physiology, general medicine, pulmonary, emergency and critical care medicine, management of common diseases, concepts of medicine and surgery, therapeutics including pharmacology, counseling techniques and interpersonal dynamics. Ability to perform initial history, and physical examination, identify major medical problems, and formulate appropriate plans of action. Skills necessary to function in an outpatient clinic setting and post‑op inpatient floor responsibilities. Ability to maintain detailed medical information in an organized and easily retrievable manner. Knowledge of operating room standards and techniques. Writing skills to prepare clear medical reports, laboratory data and progress notes, as well as policies, procedures and protocols for patient care management. Ability to perform various medical procedures, for diagnostic studies and therapeutic modalities. Ability to properly counsel patients and families, particularly in delicate or death and dying situations. Ability to communicate effectively with patients and other health care personnel. Ability to maintain good working relationships and communications with physicians in‑charge, laboratory personnel, and members of the health care team. Ability to write orders regarding execution of inpatient, outpatient plans of treatment. Skill at providing clear written, verbal and telephone communication with a wide variety of people. Ability to assess the daily status and progress of patients and report this effectively to the physician in‑charge and other medical care personnel associated with the patient. Knowledge of all types of treatment and modalities necessary for the patients care and well‑being and the skill in recording nursing/medical assessment findings accurately and completely.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Five (5+) or more years of Cardiothoracic Surgery experience as a licensed Nurse Practitioner. Knowledge necessary for instructing housestaff, medical students, physicians, nurses and other medical personnel in all aspects of acute and chronic care. Skill to operate appropriate medical equipment, i.e., chest tube management, body drain management, ventilator, tracheostomy care, nasogastric tube care, enteral feeding tube care, temporary pacing machine, Swan‑Ganz catheters, central venous pressure monitors, electrocardiography machines, cardiac defibrillator, transducer systems, digital read‑out equipment, and medical computer systems.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Must be willing to work flexible, variable hours with the ability to change schedule on short notice, based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs. Some weekend work will be required. Overtime required as needed. No on call work is required. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre‑employment physical. Must be able to obtain UCSD Medical Staff privileges and maintain during employment. Due to advanced practice credentialing eligibility, clinical advanced practice experience must be within the last two years gained through school or work experience. Current UCSD NPIII employees may be hired at the NPIII level pending review and approval by Health Human Resources and the UCSD Advanced Practice Council. Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: $176,624 - $247,157 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $84.59 - $118.37 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). Policy on Vaccination Programs UC San Diego Health Sciences is required to comply with the University of California policy on vaccination programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Life‑support Certifications When applicable, life‑support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessments; online‑only certification is not acceptable. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 status under state or federal law. For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit for more information. UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven (7) years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. a. “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace #J-18808-Ljbffr University of California San Diego