Cardiac Surgery NP: Inpatient Care Leader

University of California - Irvine Health; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health System is seeking a Nurse Practitioner PD in the Department of Surgery to manage inpatient care for cardiac surgery patients. You will evaluate and treat patients across acuity levels, participate in daily rounds, and collaborate with surgeons, residents, and staff to coordinate complex care.

The role requires active CA RN and NP licenses, BLS/ACLS, and credentialing pursuant to hospital privileges. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current, active California RN license.
• Current, active California NP license and furnishing license with DEA and NPI.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient care across all acuity levels for cardiac surgery patients.
• Perform inpatient consultations, evaluations, and develop treatment plans.
• Participate in inpatient sign-out hand-offs and rounds with the cardiac surgery team.
• Coordinate patient care during hospitalization and ensure timely documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team coordination

Diplomacy & flexibility

Customer service

PHI privacy & security

Education

Nurse Practitioner program completion

Tools

MS Office

Job description

UCI Health System is seeking a Nurse Practitioner PD in the Department of Surgery to manage inpatient care for cardiac surgery patients. You will evaluate and treat patients across acuity levels, participate in daily rounds, and collaborate with surgeons, residents, and staff to coordinate complex care.

The role requires active CA RN and NP licenses, BLS/ACLS, and credentialing pursuant to hospital privileges. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.