(NP) Nurse Practitioner - Per Diem - Emergency Med

Payroll Title:
NURSE PRACT PD Department:
FACULTY PRACTICE EMERGENCY MED Hiring Pay Scale
$118.32 / Hour Worksite:
Jacobs Medical Center Appointment Type:
Per Diem Appointment Percent:
20% Union:
NX Contract Total Openings:
2 Work Schedule:
Days, 12-Hour Shifts, Sunday-Saturday


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

Extended Deadline: Mon 6/8/2026
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UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

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.

The qualifications of this position have been slightly modified as of 5/19/2026.

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.


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.

Pay Transparency Act


Annual Full Pay Range: $247,052 - $247,052 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)


Hourly Equivalent: $118.32 - $118.32


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).

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If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our 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.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!


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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 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