Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner 2 (NURSE PRACT 2

Job Summary

#CA-TS To provide independent advanced level nurse practitioner clinical expertise to patients and their families on an on-going 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.

• 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) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• National NP board certification in aligned specialty with the practice area
• Graduation with a master's degree, DNP or PhD in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing
• One (1) year or greater experience as a nurse practitioner
• One (1) year or greater recent clinical experience in GI
• 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

• One (1) year or greater recent clinical experience in specialty care of the hiring department highly desirable

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

These positions will provide 8 half days of outpatient clinic follow-up support for IBD, hepatology, motility, general GI, and advanced endoscopy in our Division of Gastroenterology. This will allow our GI physicians to increase access to new patients and procedures. There is a significant backlog at all GI/hepatology outpatient locations, so these hires will significantly improve access. This is a partnership with the Community Physician Group.

• Salary or Pay Range: $92.07 - $121.51 per hour
• Salary Frequency:
  Hourly
• Salary Grade: 118
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  NURSE PRACT 2
• UC Job Code: 009147
• Number of Positions: 3
• Appointment Type:
  Staff:
  Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule):
  Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Location:
  
  Midtown Ambulatory Care Center (HSP
  122) - Sacramento, CA
• 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. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

• Standing
  - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking
  - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting
  - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs
  - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs
  - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping
  - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling
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