Nurse Practitioner Per Diem-Hand/ED Surgical Services

University of California - Sacramento, CA

Part-time - Mid Level

Sacramento, CA

Educational Services

About the position

The Nurse Practitioner Per Diem in Hand/ED Surgical Services at UC Davis Health System is responsible for providing advanced clinical expertise to patients and their families. This role involves managing chronic and acute medical conditions, performing non-invasive and invasive procedures, and acting as a resource for healthcare providers. The position requires independent decision-making and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent advanced level nurse practitioner clinical expertise to patients and their families.
• Manage chronic stable medical conditions and provide routine and acute care.
• Perform non-invasive and invasive procedures, including surgical procedures as needed.
• Act as an expert resource for healthcare providers, including nurses and residents.
• Participate in patient and staff education and demonstrate leadership skills.
• Ensure accountability for practices as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.

Requirements

• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
• California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License within 3 months of hire
• California Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) without restriction
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate within 3 months of hire
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• National NP board certification in aligned specialty with the practice area
• American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Graduation with a master's degree, DNP or PhD in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing
• One year or greater experience as a Nurse Practitioner in Orthopedics, including hand surgery
• Experience independently performing related procedures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members and other professionals
• Judgment skills to effectively meet the needs of patients

Benefits

• High quality and low-cost medical plans
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for employees and their families
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program
• Access to free professional development courses
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance options
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles