Nurse Practitioner-Specialist-Trauma ACS​/APPs

Job Summary

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Work Shift:

Day (United States of America).

Hours:

40. Salary range: $73.63 - $111.85.

Schedule:

Full Time. Shift

Hours:

12 Hour. Department:
Trauma ACS/APPs.

Provides direct patient care and support to a multidisciplinary health team working within the scope of practice of a Nurse Practitioner (NP). Serves as a clinical expert through patient education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and consultation, while maintaining program excellence and professional growth. Responsible for developing comprehensive care plans, coordinating patient care, delivering ongoing treatment while fostering a strong patient‑provider relationship. Committed to cost‑effective care management, optimizing resource utilization, and enhancing patient experiences through continuous process improvement.

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited school of nursing.
• Active and unrestricted California licensure as Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP).
• Nurse Practitioner Furnishing (NPF) license number from the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN).
• Current board certification as NP by a nationally accredited organization in a population focus area.
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certificate to dispense controlled substances (II‑V).
• National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) from AHA required upon hire.

• Adult Acute Care or Adult Gerontological Acute Care board certification required by December 31, 2028 if assigned to inpatient clinical care in specified departments.
• Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) from American College of Surgeons required by July 1, 2027 for certain inpatient specialty programs.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from AHA required upon hire if assigned to specific departments.
• Behavioral Health Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) board certification required if assigned to specified behavioral health programs.

• Experience as an NP providing care in an acute or ambulatory setting in the assigned area of specialty.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience with acute stroke and other neurovascular emergencies if assigned to Inpatient Specialty Programs.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience with general surgery/trauma if assigned to Trauma ACS/APPs.

Reports to:

Director, Chief Administrative Officer or Service Line Administrator. Supervises: N/A.

Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric.

• Autonomous assessment, diagnosis, and development of treatment plans for patients across the lifespan.
• Flexibility in response to unexpected changes in work volume.
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to provide care and facilitate transition across continuum of care.
• Establishment of professional relationships with patients, physicians, and co‑workers.
• Ability to function in a high‑volume environment, analyze situations quickly and accurately, and take appropriate action.
• Maintenance of high confidentiality, independent problem‑solving, and excellent customer service experience for patients.
• Proficiency in computerized medical records systems and other required software.
• Judgment and discretion exercised independently.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and evidence‑based medical guidelines.
• Written and verbal communication skills.