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County of San Mateo

Nurse Practitioner

County of San Mateo, San Mateo, California, United States, 94409


NOTE:

This recruitment was edited on March 15, 2024 to require possession of a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.San Mateo County Health

would like to invite you to apply for the position of

Nurse Practitioner .At

San Mateo County Health , we lead by example. From our most seasoned professionals to our newest team members, everyone has the opportunity to step forward to offer their insight, opinions and ideas. As part of our teaching hospital, you'll have the chance to explore new avenues for growth while you meet the diverse healthcare needs of a thriving, vibrant community. If you're ready to discover the leader in you, we invite you to discover

San Mateo County Health

where we are

all together better.

We currently have vacancies in our Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) division, Correctional Health Services division, Public Health Policy and Planning division, and the San Mateo Medical Center and Clinics.Current vacancies:One Part-Time Extra-Help Nurse Practitioner vacancy for the Inpatient Surgical Unit, San Mateo Medical CenterOne 0.8 FTE Extra-Help Nurse Practitioner vacancy for the Medical Specialty Clinic, San Mateo Medical CenterOne 1.0 FTE Regular Nurse Practitioner vacancy for Ron Robinson Senior Care Center (RRSCC), San Mateo Medical Center, and one Extra Help Vacancy for RRSCCOne Extra-Help Nurse Practitioner vacancy for OB/Gyn.One Part-Time Extra Help Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Vacancy,

Bilingual Spanish and English Required

for Fair Oaks Health Center's Integrated Behavioral Health ClinicOne Extra-Help Nurse Practitioner Vacancy in Mental Health Primary Care.DUTIES:Assess the health of patients to determine their physical, emotional and social status by taking a complete medical history, doing a physical examination, initiating screening and diagnostic procedures etc. evaluate results of clinical findings and laboratory tests; report any abnormalities to a physician.Identify and manage in collaboration with a physician, common illnesses and/or other health problems and refer these problems or illnesses that require immediate medical attention to the appropriate practicing physician; assume ongoing responsibility for follow-ups.Collaborate with physicians and other health professionals regarding health problems and illnesses following established protocol relative to diagnosis and treatment of patients.Counsel parents or other family members regarding health maintenance in the area of specialization.Coordinate and facilitate referrals to other health or social agencies.Maintain accurate records of assessments, follow-ups and evaluations.Supervise the work of subordinate health workers and participate in professional and administrative meetings.Actively participate in quality improvement process within work area.Perform related duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education and Experience:Completion of an advanced nursing degree from a program accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate of Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) with emphasis in a Nurse Practitioner’s specialty area.Minimum one (1) year of paid experience in acute and/or ambulatory care setting.Licensure:Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse.Possession of a California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Nurse Practitioner License.Possession of a California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Furnishing Number.Possession of a DEA Number.Possession of a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.For positions assigned to OB-GYN, a Nurse Practitioner License may be substituted with Nurse Midwife License

and

at least one certification in women’s health specialty.IMPORTANT:

Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the

"Apply Online" . If you are not on the County's website, please go to

http://jobs.smcgov.org/

to apply.

Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work. County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels.

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