Pediatric ICU Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Pediatric Icu Nurse Practitioner (Np) Or Physician Assistant (Pa) In San Francisco, California

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Pediatric Icu Nurse Practitioner (Np) or Physician Assistant (Pa) in San Francisco, California. This is a full-time, 6-month contract assignment at a children's hospital.

We are seeking an experienced Pediatric Advanced Practice Provider to provide high-acuity care in both the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (Picu) and the Pediatric Transitional Care Unit (Tccu) at Ucsf Benioff Children's Hospital. This role involves direct patient care in a hospital setting, working 12-hour shifts with no call responsibilities.

Position Details:

• Job Title: Pediatric Icu Nurse Practitioner (Np) or Physician Assistant (Pa) - Locum
• Location: San Francisco, California
• Contract Length: 6 months
• Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts (days and nights)
• Picu Signout: 6:15 AM/PM
• Tccu Signout: 6:30 AM/PM
• Shifts per Month: 12 shifts
• Pay Structure: 12 hours of pay per shift with an expected 30-minute unpaid lunch break

Practice Setting:

• Hospital: Pediatric Hospital
• Department: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (Picu) and Pediatric Transitional Care Unit (Tccu)
• EMR: Epic
• Hospital Bed Size: 16-20 beds

Patient Population:

• Pediatric patients of various complexity levels
• Picu: Continuous monitoring of critically ill children post-surgery and trauma
• Tccu: Post-surgical care and non-invasive ventilation support (e.g., Bipap, Cpap, Hfnc)

Patient Ratios:

• Picu Days (Mon-Fri): 5:1
• Picu Weekends: 7:1
• Picu Nights: 10:1
• Tccu Days: 5-8:1
• Tccu Nights: 16:1

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage pediatric patients with moderate to critical conditions
• Provide acute interventions, respiratory support management, and post-transplant care
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and interdisciplinary care teams
• Document clinical assessments and care plans accurately in Epic
• Participate in signout rounds and team communications

Requirements:

• Active California Np or Pa license
• Pediatric Advanced Practice Certification preferred
• Minimum of two (2) years of Picu or Pediatric Critical Care experience
• Current Bls and Pals certifications
• Experience with high-acuity pediatric populations strongly preferred
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including nights and weekends

Assignment Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate
• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance provided
• Housing and transportation assistance are negotiable if needed
• Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment

About Vivo HealthStaff:

Vivo HealthStaff is a national healthcare recruitment firm partnering with medical groups, hospitals, and healthcare organizations across the United States. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, Vivo HealthStaff is a two-time Inc. 5000 honoree recognized for its rapid growth and commitment to excellence in healthcare staffing.