Nurse Practitioner - Neurospine

Job Description

Under the supervision of the UCSF Department of Neurosurgery and guided by the policies and procedures, rules and regulations, and bylaws of the UCSF Medical Center, some Nursing Policies, and, Medical Staff Policies, and any unique ambulatory patient services this Nurse Practitioner (NP) position is assigned to the Neuro-Spine practice. This APP position may perform delegated functions as appropriate to their "scope of practice". In general, the "scope of practice" includes the management of chronic stable medical conditions, routine care, acute or critical care, and medical and surgical procedures per approved standardized procedures as identified by the list available on the Medical Staff Office website. The CIDP approved standardized procedures are unique to each person and are unlikely to include ALL SPs on the list. This position may provide patient care in approved age groups and UCSF Health licensed settings. The APP has responsibility for the quality of standards of care for a specified patient population and evidences self-direction and accountability in the development of this role within the all UCSF medical center locations. UCSF Health requires all Advanced Practice Practitioners (APP) to be credentialed through its Medical Staff Services Office (MSSO) in order to practice and function in their clinical role. This applies to both adult and pediatric APPs in the inpatient and outpatient clinical settings at all UCSF Health sites (Parnassus, Mt. Zion, Satellite Clinics, et al). Credentialing and approval of the Standardized Procedures takes between 30-60 days and must be completed prior to the first working day.

Qualifications

Required Licenses and Certifications 1. California Registered Nurse (RN) License without restriction 2. California Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) without restriction 3. California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number including Schedule II furnishing privileges 4. NP national board certification from an accepted certifying agency aligned with the patient population and clinical role. Adult Inpatient (ACNP-BC, AGACNP-BC, ACNPC-AG, ACNPC). See Addendum A below for more detail. 5. California Driver License (if required for position) 6. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration with Schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, and 5 registered to a California address 7. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification 8. Additional required AHA certifications: None additional to BLS 9. Additional required certifications (such as ENLS): None Education and Experience Requirements: Graduation from a California Board of Registered Nursing approved or verified school of nursing with a master's degree in nursing or a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Practitioner 1 ( less than Nurse six (6) months of experience as an NP): - 2 -3 years experience in Neurological nursing or Pain management as an RN in outpatient or inpatient environment - Posses skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to successfully perform the duties of the assigned position - Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations and in varying schedules as outlined - Must be able to work night shift, Saturday and Sunday. Position is intended to support inpatient Neurospine service overnight Nurse Practitioner 2 ( at least six (6) months of NP experience): - Minimum one (1) year of surgical specialties, neurology, and/or pain management experience as an NP in outpatient or inpatient environment - Posses skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to successfully perform the duties of the assigned position - Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations and in varying schedules as outlined - Must be able to work night shift, Saturday and Sunday. Position is intended to support inpatient Neurospine service overnight Preferred Qualifications: - 1-2 years' experience in academic medicine Neurological surgery, orthopedic spine surgery, and/or Pain management - Posses skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to successfully perform the duties of the assigned position - Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations and in varying schedules as outlined - Experience working evenings and weekends independently - Inpatient academic medicine experience in complex Neurological and/or Orthopedic spine surgery supporting Average daily census and discharges overnight.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

EEO Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.