Ortho Surgery NP II — Independent ‑Site Clinician

Job Summary

Provide independent advanced level nurse practitioner clinical expertise to patients and their families on an ongoing basis. This includes 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. May include non‑invasive or invasive procedures, surgical procedures, including operative first assist per approved standardized procedures.

Patient management decisions are independent where appropriate after assessment of the patient and interdependent with consultation with an attending or other team member. NPs act as an expert resource for nurses, residents, and ancillary staff.

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

June 20th, 2026 by 11:59 pm

• One (1) year of recent experience as a nurse practitioner in a hospital setting
• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
• California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License
• California Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) without restriction
• DEA Certificate within 3 months of hire
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• National NP board certification in aligned specialty with the practice area
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 7 days of hire
• Pediatric Life Support (PALS) within 7 days of hire
• Graduation with a master’s degree, DNP or PhD in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing
• 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

• Salary or Pay Range: $92.07 – $121.51 per hour
• Salary Frequency:
  Hourly
• Salary Grade: 118
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  NURSE PRACT 2
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type:
  Staff:
  Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule):
  Variable, Days
• Location:
  
  Main Hospital (HSP
  001)
• Union Representation: NX‑Nurses
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• This position is 100% on‑site

• High quality and low‑cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Work Life and Wellness programs and resources
• On‑site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long‑term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans

• Standing – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0–25 lbs – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0–25 lbs – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26–50 lbs – Occasional up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs – Occasional up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling – Occasional up to 3 Hours
• Twisting – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) – Occasional up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead – Occasional up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

• Loud noise levels – Occasional up to…