(NP) Nurse Practitioner - Trauma/Burn/Surgery - 141961

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for trauma, burn, general surgery, and vascular surgery within the Surgery department. The NP will provide full clinical support for inpatient services, education, and liaison with care teams at Hillcrest.

This career, 100% FTE, nights, 12-hour shifts, offers a Magnet-designated environment renowned for nursing excellence. The role emphasizes trauma and surgical care, with responsibilities spanning resuscitation, treatment planning, patient

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clinical support in the management of inpatients, trauma resuscitation, and consultations.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate health care treatments for critically ill and injured patients.
• Develop and provide patient education.
• Participate in quality assurance programs.

Job description

Payroll Title NURSE PRACT 2

Department Surgery

Hiring Pay Scale

$84.59 - $118.37 / Hour

Worksite Hillcrest

Appointment Type Career

Appointment Percent 100%

Union NX Contract

Total Openings 1

Work Schedule Nights, 12-Hour shifts, Sunday-Saturday

#141961 (NP) Nurse Practitioner - Trauma/Burn/Surgery

Filing Deadline: Fri 10/30/2026

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/27/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Current UC San Diego Health CNA (NX) represented RN/NP applicants will be considered after the first 7 days of job posting. All additional applicants will be considered after 14 days of job posting, pending the status of the initial internal CNA (NX) represented applicant pool.

Description

UC San Diego Health is proud to be a four-time Magnet-designated organization and has now earned Magnet with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet is the gold standard for nursing excellence, achieved by only about 10% of hospitals worldwide. Magnet with Distinction is awarded to the highest-performing Magnet organizations, with only a select few earning this prestigious honor. This recognition reflects our commitment to transformational leadership, professional nursing excellence, innovation, exceptional patient outcomes, and an empowering practice environment where nurses thrive.

Under the direction of the Chair of the Department of Surgery or a designated attending, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) functions as a provider of patient care in the fields of trauma, general surgery, and burn care. Provides full clinical support in the management of inpatient services. Develops and provides education to NP students, medical students, interns, residents, and fellows. Functions as liaison to counselors, social workers, research nurses, and other clinic support staff. Develops and implements policies and procedures related to the management of surgical patients.

The Nurse Practitioner Will Function As a Provider Of Patient Care In The Fields Of Trauma, General Surgery, Burn Surgery, And Vascular Surgery. The Goal Is To

• Provide comprehensive clinical support in the management of inpatients, trauma resuscitation, and consultations.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate health care treatments for critically ill and injured patients.
• Develop and provide patient education.
• Participate in quality assurance programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be