(NP) Nurse Practitioner - Per Diem - Emergency Med - 138981

(NP) Nurse Practitioner - Per Diem - Emergency Med - 138981

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.

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) will provide patient care coverage 7 days a week, including various holidays, in the Emergency Dept. The Nurse Practitioner's role is to manage the care of ED observation patients, and Geriatric ED patients, as well as see any other patients who present to the ED. The NP provides continuity of patient care across shifts as they are the primary caregiver for observation patients.

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) will follow standardized advanced practice procedure guidelines to provide follow through with the care plan. Assess and provide medical care as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The NP is expected to practice consistent with Professional Standards of Practice. Collaborate judgment with off-site physician is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care. Under general supervision, the NP performs operational level duties as described in the UCSD Performance Policy.

The primary emphasis of this position is delivering direct patient care. Assignments at this level primarily involve managing patients with chronic and/or episodic health problems. Assignments at this level may include responsibility for occasional community teaching programs, participation in program planning and development of patient education information. May perform other related duties as assigned.

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.
• National NP board certification in an aligned specialty with the practice area (FNP or ENP).
• BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to get ART within six months of hire date.
• PALS certification.
• Minimum two (2) years of recent work experience as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) in an Emergency Department or Urgent Care.
• Proficiency in documentation of patient conditions and outcomes.
• Proven knowledge of standard diagnostic tests, exams, and procedures, e.g., laboratory blood tests, x-rays, EKGs, biopsies, and GI endoscopies.
• Proven ability to independently perform clinical procedures with autonomy.
• Demonstrated strong computer skills and knowledge of PCIS/Epic for retrieval of patient data (computer skills required; PCIS/Epic preferred).
• Knowledge of clinical laboratory values and skill in identifying deviations.
• Demonstrated experience providing patient education and counseling and developing and implementing long and short-range treatment plans.
• Skill in patient interviewing, obtaining a concise medical history and acquiring pertinent data.
• Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and consistently demonstrate empathy and kindness to all staff and patients.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5+) or more years of recent NP experience in Emergency Medicine.
• High-acuity triage and critical care experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in independently performing standard emergency department procedures, including laceration repair, incision and drainage, splinting, wound management, and airway support.

Special Conditions

• Must be able to work night shifts, but may be required to cover mid shifts or day shifts shifts, on-call and locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs.
• 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.