UC Irvine Health
Nurse Practitioner - ICU - Los Alamitos - PT Nights - 70016-1A
UC Irvine Health, Los Alamitos, California, us, 90721
Position Number:
41075777
Reports to:
Mgr, Nursing LOM
Cost Center:
ICU/CCU-LOM (423010)
Bargaining Unit:
Non Rep Dragon
FLSA:
Nonexempt
Date Created:
3/20/2024
Job Code:
007845
Hours:
24
Shift:
Nights
FTE:
0.6
Position Summary:
The Critical Care Nurse Practitioner is a member of the intensive care team and has as his/her primary responsibility the management of critically ill complex patients in an intensive care setting. The critical care NP has specialized skill and knowledge related to the unique ICU setting in which s/he practices and performs physical exams, collects and documents data, conducts approved diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, orders and schedules laboratory studies and professional consultations, prescribes appropriate interventions and medications, and provides direct patient care services in a specific ICU, according to established protocols and utilizes evidence-based clinical practice standards. The critical care NP contributes to excellence in patient care, research, teaching, consulting, and provides leadership to the organization and nursing profession. Duties may include obtaining patient health histories and complete physical examinations, documenting findings noting pertinent normal and abnormal findings, ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests. May also need to explain the necessity, preparation, nature, and anticipated effects of procedure(s) to patients, patient's family, staff, and healthcare learners. Perform approved therapeutic or diagnostic procedures based upon patient's clinical status. Document patient preparation and response to procedure(s). Formulate and implement treatment plans for acute illness management in collaboration with the designated critical care supervising physician(s).
Total Compensation
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks.
Salary Range:
Hourly Rate
Minimum
$65.32
Midpoint
$82.34
Maximum
$104.52
Required Qualifications:
Masters of Science Degree in Nursing
Five years clinical nursing experience (Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience)
IU/critical care nursing experience required
Must be able to intubate patients or willing to perform this function once trained as well as managing critical situations including central line placements and codes
Current CA RN License
CA Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Certificate
Current National Provider identification
Current DEA License at time of credentialing (MSN graduates from 2008-present are required to have and maintain National Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner for the patient population being served)
Current AHA BLS Certification
Current ACLS Certification
Current NIHSS certification
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctorate Nursing Practice Degree
2 years as a nurse practitioner Licensure/Certification: Sub-specialty certification in practice area.
Critical Care
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients service including knowledge of principles of growth and development and psychosocial characteristics and interventions for young adults (18-45 years), middle adult (40-60 years), older adult (60-years)
Demonstrates the ability to assess and interpret age appropriate data about the patient's status in order to identify age-specific needs and provide the care needed
Demonstrates age appropriate communication skills for the patient population served
Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific community resources
Has a functional knowledge/can perform a neuro physical assessment in Spanish, Chinese, or Cambodian
Treats all information within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security
Has a functional knowledge of MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations
Participates in performance improvement projects to improve process and patient outcome
May include exposure to potentially hazardous material, infectious agents, contact with patients, public, and staff
Able to function in an environment that includes crisis situations while exercising appropriate interpersonal and critical thinking skills
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
Background Check and Live Scan
Legal Right to Work in the United States
Smoking and Tobacco Policy
Drug Free Environment
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI’s Employee Experience Center (EEC) at [email protected] or at (949) 824-0500, Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements
normally expected
to perform
regular
job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
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41075777
Reports to:
Mgr, Nursing LOM
Cost Center:
ICU/CCU-LOM (423010)
Bargaining Unit:
Non Rep Dragon
FLSA:
Nonexempt
Date Created:
3/20/2024
Job Code:
007845
Hours:
24
Shift:
Nights
FTE:
0.6
Position Summary:
The Critical Care Nurse Practitioner is a member of the intensive care team and has as his/her primary responsibility the management of critically ill complex patients in an intensive care setting. The critical care NP has specialized skill and knowledge related to the unique ICU setting in which s/he practices and performs physical exams, collects and documents data, conducts approved diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, orders and schedules laboratory studies and professional consultations, prescribes appropriate interventions and medications, and provides direct patient care services in a specific ICU, according to established protocols and utilizes evidence-based clinical practice standards. The critical care NP contributes to excellence in patient care, research, teaching, consulting, and provides leadership to the organization and nursing profession. Duties may include obtaining patient health histories and complete physical examinations, documenting findings noting pertinent normal and abnormal findings, ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests. May also need to explain the necessity, preparation, nature, and anticipated effects of procedure(s) to patients, patient's family, staff, and healthcare learners. Perform approved therapeutic or diagnostic procedures based upon patient's clinical status. Document patient preparation and response to procedure(s). Formulate and implement treatment plans for acute illness management in collaboration with the designated critical care supervising physician(s).
Total Compensation
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks.
Salary Range:
Hourly Rate
Minimum
$65.32
Midpoint
$82.34
Maximum
$104.52
Required Qualifications:
Masters of Science Degree in Nursing
Five years clinical nursing experience (Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience)
IU/critical care nursing experience required
Must be able to intubate patients or willing to perform this function once trained as well as managing critical situations including central line placements and codes
Current CA RN License
CA Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Certificate
Current National Provider identification
Current DEA License at time of credentialing (MSN graduates from 2008-present are required to have and maintain National Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner for the patient population being served)
Current AHA BLS Certification
Current ACLS Certification
Current NIHSS certification
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctorate Nursing Practice Degree
2 years as a nurse practitioner Licensure/Certification: Sub-specialty certification in practice area.
Critical Care
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients service including knowledge of principles of growth and development and psychosocial characteristics and interventions for young adults (18-45 years), middle adult (40-60 years), older adult (60-years)
Demonstrates the ability to assess and interpret age appropriate data about the patient's status in order to identify age-specific needs and provide the care needed
Demonstrates age appropriate communication skills for the patient population served
Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific community resources
Has a functional knowledge/can perform a neuro physical assessment in Spanish, Chinese, or Cambodian
Treats all information within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security
Has a functional knowledge of MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations
Participates in performance improvement projects to improve process and patient outcome
May include exposure to potentially hazardous material, infectious agents, contact with patients, public, and staff
Able to function in an environment that includes crisis situations while exercising appropriate interpersonal and critical thinking skills
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
Background Check and Live Scan
Legal Right to Work in the United States
Smoking and Tobacco Policy
Drug Free Environment
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI’s Employee Experience Center (EEC) at [email protected] or at (949) 824-0500, Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements
normally expected
to perform
regular
job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
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