UCD Heart Center Nurse Practitioner 2 (NURSE PRACT 2)
Company: University of California- Davis Health
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: May 28, 2025
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Department Description
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.Apply By Date:
6/6/25 at 11:59 p.m.Minimum Qualifications - For full
consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or
certification if required of the position
Valid California Registered Nurse
License without restrictionCalifornia Nurse Practitioner Furnishing
LicenseCalifornia Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) without
restrictionDrug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate within
3 months of hireAmerican Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support
(BLS) or UC Davis Health CPRNational NP board certification in
aligned specialty with the practice areaGraduation with a master's
degree, DNP or PhD in Nursing from an accredited School of
Nursing.Graduation from an accredited Registered Nurse First
Assistant (RNFA) programOne year or greater experience as a nurse
practitionerMinimum of 3 years experience working on cardiac unit
in acute care or critical care unit as RNMinimum of 3 years working
as first assist with endoscopic vein harvesting in cardiac
surgeryEndoscopic vein harvesting experience requiredAbility to
cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other
professionals, and caretakersExcellent verbal and written
communication skillsJudgement skills to effectively meet the needs
of patientsSelf-direction and organizational skills to function in
an independent roleAbility to meet minimum standards for hospital
credentialing and billing standards as a billable providerPreferred
Qualifications
One year or greater recent clinical
experience in specialty care of the hiring department 5 years
working as first assist with endoscopic vein harvesting in cardiac
surgery
Key Responsibilities
80% - Inpatient/Outpatient (may
include some or all responsibilities listed)10% - Professional
Development5% - Quality and Evidence-Based Practice5% - Research
and EducationDepartment OverviewThe Heart and Vascular Center (HVC)
at UC Davis serves the Cardiac and Vascular patient population of
Northern California and the surrounding areas. Care is provided for
both the inpatient and outpatient population. Further, the HVC
provides both invasive interventional care as well as non-invasive
diagnostic care.Department Specific Job ScopeThis position reports
directly to the Heart Center Advanced Practice Nurse Manager. As a
member of the Cardiothoracic Surgery team, the Nurse Practitioner
(NP) is an expert in the perioperative management of patients
undergoing cardiothoracic procedures and participates in the
medical management of this population across the spectrum of care.
The NP will act as first, second, or third assistant in cardiac
and/or thoracic surgeries under the supervision of an approved
supervising physician. The incumbent will provide care and guidance
to inpatients and will attend outpatient clinics. The NP will
perform and train others in endoscopic vein harvesting procedures,
placing drains, placing catheters, closing major and minor
incisions, recording post-op orders and progress notes and
assisting in the transport and care of patients from the operating
room to the recovery room or intensive care unit. The NP will give
guidance and direction to team members for daily work assignments
and act as a resource for physicians, PAs, house staff and nursing
staff. Additional responsibilities include research and program
development, professional practice development, training and
education, maintaining statistical database, participating in
continuous quality improvement (CQI), tracking mortality and
morbidity and providing reports for physicians and assisting in
equipment procurement as necessary.POSITION INFORMATION
Salary or Pay Range:
$87.69-$115.72Salary Frequency: HourlySalary Grade: 118UC Job
Title: NURSE PRACT 2UC Job Code: 009147Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Staff: CareerPercentage of Time: 100%Shift (Work
Schedule): Day shift with night and weekend callLocation: North
Addition Office Building (HSP002) - Sacramento, CAUnion
Representation: NX-NursesBenefits Eligible: YesThis position is
100% on-siteThis is not an H-1B visa
opportunity.BenefitsOutstanding benefits and perks are among the
many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis
offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you
bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your
family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals.
Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by
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If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between
the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a
contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay
abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective
bargaining at UC:
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 WorkLife 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
Physical Demands
Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling
26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs -
Occasional Up to 3 Hours Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3
Hours Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Twisting -
Occasional Up to 3 Hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) -
Occasional Up to 3 Hours Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3
Hours Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Environmental Demands
Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes -
Occasional Up to 3 Hours Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3
Hours Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration
- Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning -
Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Ability to organize & prioritize -
Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+
Hours Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Constant
Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Customer/Patient Contact -
Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to
6 Hours Work Environment
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free
campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless
tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products
(e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or
leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and
residential space. Ability to work flexible hours. References
reflect an overall meets or exceeds.Special Requirements - Please
contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities
apply by position
This is a critical position, as
defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment
is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may
include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional
capacity assessment This is a position with direct access to or
responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous
chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials This
position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC
policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable
policies, procedures and training requirementsMisconduct Disclosure
Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who
accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to
disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or
judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that
they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations
or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary
proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after
receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an
administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or
have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous
employer.A Culture of Opportunity and BelongingAt UC Davis, we're
committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a
healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through
every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new
perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a
vibrant and innovative organization values both individual
strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when
people with different experiences come together.
As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our ,
our and for research and education. We believe you belong here. The
University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
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