Inpatient Hematology & Transplant Nurse Practitioner I/II (NURSE PRACT 1/2)

UC Davis Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Davis Health in Sacramento, CA seeks an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP I/II) to deliver advanced clinical expertise in hematology/oncology under the MH/CTT division. The role involves comprehensive patient care, collaboration with physicians and fellows, and education for patients and families.

Applicants must hold a California NP license with required certifications, board certification in the relevant NP specialty, and be prepared for a demanding, on-site role with variable hours

Qualifications

• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction.
• California Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) without restriction.
• DEA Certificate within 3 months of hire.
• AHA or American Red Cross BLS, or UC Davis Health CPR.
• National NP board certification in aligned specialty with the practice area.
• ACLS within 3 months of hire.
• CITI Certification within 3 months of hire.
• National NP board certification in Acute Care NP or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP.
• Graduation with a master’s degree, DNP or PhD in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Judgement skills to effectively meet the needs of patients.
• Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role.
• Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient and inpatient care pre- and post-stem cell transplant patients and hematology/oncology patients.
• Collaborate with physicians and fellows to manage complex cases.
• Educate patients and families; maintain FACT standards for transplant management.

Skills

Communication skills

Judgement

Organization

Stress management

Education

Master's degree, DNP or PhD in Nursing

National NP board certification in Acute Care NP or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP

Job description

Job Summary

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.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

Applicants will be hired at NP I (new grad) or NP II depending on qualifications and experience.*

NP I & II

• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
• California Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) without restriction
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate within 3 months of hire
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• National NP board certification in aligned specialty with the practice area
• ACLS within 3 months of hire
• Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Certification within 3 months of hire
• National NP board certification in Acute Care NP or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP
• Graduation with a master’s degree, DNP or PhD in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing
• Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Judgement skills to effectively meet the needs of patients
• Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role
• Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider

NP I

• California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License within 3 months of hire
• At least six (6) months or equivalent clinical experience in Hematology Oncology, Stem Cell Transplant, and/or Medical ICU.

NP II

• California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License
• At least one (1) year of recent clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner in Hematology Oncology, Stem Cell Transplant, and/or Medical ICU

Key Responsibilities

• 90% - Clinical Practice
• 10% - Other Professional Activity

Department Overview

The Division of Malignant Hematology/Cellular Therapy & Transplantation (MH/CTT) is one of 14 divisions in the Department of Internal Medicine at UC Davis Health. MH/CTT is comprised of nine faculty, 18 APP's, and administrative, financial, and research staff. Our APP unit provides both inpatient and ambulatory clinical services, working with physician providers and Hematology Oncology fellows.

Department Specific Job Scope

The role of the APP in the Division of Malignant Hematology/Cellular Therapy and Transplant (MH/CTT) includes outpatient and inpatient care of pre- and post-stem cell transplant patients and patients with hematological malignancies. The incumbent is required to comply with FACT standards in the management of bone marrow or peripheral stem cell transplant patients. Provides pre- and post-chemotherapy education and stress support intervention. Utilizes and evaluates teaching strategies to meet individual learning needs of patients and families. Maintains training and competency to ensure compliance with FACT standards in the management of autologous and allogeneic transplant patients.

Occasional overtime may be required. Program needs require working on holidays, weekends, and evening coverage. May require coverage of additional services based on division needs.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range:
• NP I: $87.74-$115.70
• NP II: $92.07-$121.51
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 119/118
• UC Job Title: NURSE PRACT 2
• UC Job Code: 009148/009147
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): Variable days, 10 hour shifts
• Location: Administrative Support Bldg (HSP034) – Sacramento, CA
• Union Representation: NX-Nurses
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee’s lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - 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 - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ 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.

Misconduct 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.

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