Nurse Practitioner 1

Your Role on the Team The position of Nurse Practitioner I in the Department of Neurology requires a highly competent, independent yet team‑oriented individual who will be immersed in Neurology’s Cerebrovascular and Neuro-Hospitalist Division. Under the supervision of an Attending Faculty and guided by the applicable policies and procedures, the Nurse Practitioner will participate in the comprehensive care of patients in the ambulatory or inpatient settings and provide multi‑disciplinary care coordination, treatment, education, monitoring, and communication with patients and referring physicians. A Nurse Practitioner is an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) who possesses the advanced education, knowledge, clinical skills and experience necessary to provide advanced nursing care in their area of specialization. The APP will see a population of patients in a fast paced outpatient clinical environment. In addition, the APP will also work with the family of the patient to ensure that aftercare will be appropriate. The location is at the Irvine Hospital site. This position may perform: Functions as appropriate to their scope of practice (include management of chronic stable medical conditions, routine care, acute or critical care, and medical and surgical procedures per approved standardized procedure). Approved privileges are unique to each person and are unlikely to include all privileges. The NP professional may provide patient care in age groups based on educational preparation and at all health‑licensed settings and affiliates. The NP is responsible for the standards of care for their specified patient population and demonstrates self‑direction and accountability for quality of care and development of their role within all health locations and affiliates. Advanced Practice Practitioners (APP) are required to be credentialed to practice and be privileged through Medical Staff to function in their clinical role. Credentialing and approval of privileges must be completed prior to the first working day. The NP is accountable to, evaluated, and provided feedback by the supervising/collaborating physician, physician designee(s) in the same clinical specialty, or the Administrative Manager. What It Takes to be Successful Required: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the program and UCI Health System. Ability to exercise diplomacy and flexibility in interacting with physicians, nurses, other paramedical personnel, administrators, emergency and law enforcement officers. Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job. Skill to clearly communicate medical information to a broad variety of people, both in person and over the telephone. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Writing skills to prepare clear medical reports, laboratory data and progress notes. Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload. Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties. Current, active, unrestricted California Registered Nurse license. Current, active, unrestricted California Nurse Practitioner license. Current, active, unrestricted Furnishing license and DEA registration. Active National Provider Identifier (NPI). NP National Board Certification, AGACNP‑BC or ACNPC‑AG. Current BLS certification. Current ACLS certification. 2 or more years’ experience working in Neurology. Preferred: At least 2 years working in a fast‑paced inpatient setting. Special Conditions: Ability to obtain UCIMC Allied Health Professional Privileges prior to hire. Total Rewards In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Conditions of Employment The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment: Background Check and Live Scan Employment Misconduct Legal Right to work in the United States Vaccination Policies Smoking and Tobacco Policy Drug Free Environment Additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements. California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act E-Verify Pre‑Placement Health Evaluation Equal Opportunity Employer 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 categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Work Authorization Sponsorship Must be able to provide proof of work authorization. #J-18808-Ljbffr