Pediatric ICU Nurse Practitioner I/II-(NP)-PCS Nurse Practitioners

Nurse Practitioner Position

To provide independent advanced level nurse practitioner clinical expertise to patients and their families on an ongoing 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 or independently based on licensure. 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 are 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 patient care in a team based care environment 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.

Apply by date: 6/19/2026 at 11:59pm. This position will be considering applications as they apply, until filled.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years or greater recent clinical experience as a registered nurse in a PCICU or combined PICU/PCICU setting
• Current AHA CPR/BLS and PALS certifications
• National NP board certification in aligned specialty with the practice area within 3 months of hire.
• 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 within 3 months of hire.
• 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.

NP II:

• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
• California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License
• California Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) without restriction
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate within 3 months of hire
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
• National NP board certification in aligned specialty with the practice area
• Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (PNP-AC) National Board Certification
• American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Graduation with a master's degree, DNP or PhD in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing.
• One year or greater recent clinical experience as a nurse practitioner in a PICU, PCICU or pediatric cardiac step-Down setting
• Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Judgement skills to effectively meet the needs of patients
• Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role
• Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider

Preferred Qualifications

• Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
• American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Two years or greater recent clinical experience as a nurse practitioner in a PCICU setting

Key Responsibilities

• 90% - Clinical Practice
• 10% - Other Professional Activity

Department Overview

UC Davis Health is at the forefront of incorporating Advanced Practice Providers (APP) as part of interprofessional care teams to support increasing numbers of complex care patients. APPs are vital parts of the multidisciplinary hospital based teams caring for our patients in specialty care throughout the UC Davis Health system.

Department Specific Job Scope

The role of the night PNP in the PICU/PCICU includes primarily caring for the PCICU patients, however also includes caring for the PICU patients overnight in collaboration with the PICU attending, PICU fellow and rotating PICU resident. The PNP will provide initial patient evaluation, ordering and interpretation of diagnostic tests, initiation of appropriate treatments and medications using established protocols and practices. In addition, the role will include: interaction with medical/surgical and cardiac patients; consultation with other providers; communication with patients and families; admission/transfer/discharge planning; documentation of care. With appropriate credentials and privileges, the PNP may also perform invasive procedures (e.g., placement of central venous and arterial catheters, endotracheal intubation) within their defined scope of practice. The PNP will also provide education to patients, family members, ICU members, and medical providers including medical students, residents, and fellow physicians. PNPs may participate in the design and implementation of research and/or quality improvement studies within the PICU/PCICU.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: NPI: $87.74-$115.70 NP II: $92.07-$121.51
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: STEPS
• UC Job Title: NURSE PRACT 2
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 90
• Shift Hours: 12 Hour Night Shift
• Location: Main Hospital (HSP001)
• Union Representation: NX-Nurses
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

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