Nurse Practitioner Neurology

UCSF Health, AG; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to support credentialing and care for the Fein Memory and Aging Center. The position requires an RN license in California, an NP furnishing number with CA privileges, and board certification.

Experience in neurology or related geriatric care is preferred, with DEA registration and BLS required. The role supports research and clinical activities within UCSF’s dementia care programs.

Qualifications

• California RN license without restriction
• California NP Furnishing Number with Schedule II privileges
• NP national board certification (Adult Outpatient or equivalent)
• DEA registration with CA address
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Skills

Clinical Neurology

Geriatric care

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Tools

NP Furnishing Number

DEA Registration

AHA BLS

Job description

Description & Requirements

The Fein Memory and Aging Center includes an NIH funded Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (ADRC) supported by the National Institute of Aging. As one of the more than 30 ADRCs across the United States, the UCSF ADRC serves as a national resource for research on the nature of Alzheimer's disease (AD) and AD-related dementias (ADRD) and the development of more effective approaches to prevention, diagnosis, care, and therapy. Together, ADRCs create shared resources that support dementia-relevant research.

For more than 20 years, the UCSF Edward and Pearl Fein Memory and Aging Center (MAC) has been providing exemplary care for patients and their families, exploring innovative ways to understand and discover treatments for neurodegenerative diseases, and reaching out to the broader community to raise awareness about these diseases of aging. The UCSF Fein Memory and Aging Center has grown from a single faculty member in 1998 into a major center for dementia care, research, and education. Today, the UCSF Fein Memory and Aging Center employs over 300 talented faculty and staff and enlists the support of more than 40 volunteers. We house 38 faculty members from neurology, geriatrics, psychiatry, cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and nursing, and we have cared for more than 10,000 patients through our clinical and research programs.

Qualifications

UCSF Medical Center and Campus requires certain healthcare providers to be credentialed. In most cases this is done through its Office of Medical Affairs & Governance (OMAG) prior to the first working day. Credentialing and approval of the Standardized Procedures takes between 60-90 days but can vary. Required Qualifications: Nurse Practitioner 1 (less than six (6) months of experience as an NP): Graduation from a California Board of Registered Nursing approved or verified school of nursing with a master's degree in nursing or a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

• One year minimum of previous research related experience (employment, academic, or volunteer), OR one year minimum of experience working with a geriatric and/or cognitively impaired adult population (employment, academic, or volunteer).
• Experience performing neurological exams in a clinical setting.

Minimum License/Certification:

• California Registered Nurse (RN) License without restriction
• California Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) without restriction
• California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number including Schedule II furnishing privileges
• NP national board certification from an accepted certifying agency aligned with the patient population and clinical role Adult Outpatient (A-GNP-C, ANP-C, FNP-C, GNP-C, AGPCNP-BC, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, GNP-BC, ACNP-BC, AGACNP-BC, ACNPC-AG, ACNPC).
• California Driver License (if required for position)
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration with Schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, and 5 registered to a California address
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Additional required AHA certifications: None additional to BLS
• Additional required certifications (such as ENLS): None

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years or more of clinical experience in neurology or closely related field within the past five years, including encounters with patients with neurodegenertive conditions (employment, academic, or volunteer).
• Specialized experience and/or education in neuroanatomy and neuroimaging.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

EEO Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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 status under state or federal law.