Nurse Practitioner - Neurosurgery

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - San Francisco is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) in the Neurosurgery practice. The APP will manage chronic and acute care per approved procedures and participate in credentialing before first day.

Inpatient and outpatient opportunities exist across UCSF Health sites, with requirements spanning CA RN/NP licenses, board certification, and furnishing privileges. Experience in neurosurgery or ambulatory Neuroscience is preferred.

Qualifications

• CA BRN approved master's degree or DNP.
• 1 year outpatient experience for NP-1.
• 2 years NP experience in busy ambulatory surgical specialty.
• Ambulatory Neurosciences preferred.
• Neurosurgery experience preferred.
• CA RN license without restriction.
• CA NP license without restriction.
• CA NP furnishing number incl. Schedule II privileges.
• NP board certification aligned with patient population.
• May require CA Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care per approved scope of practice.
• Credentialing through MSSO before practicing.
• Adhere to UCSF Medical Center policies and standards.
• Manage chronic and acute conditions in ambulatory and inpatient settings.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Outpatient experience

Ambulatory Neuroscience

BLS certification

Education

Master's in Nursing or DNP

CA RN License

CA NP License

NP Furnishing Number

NP national board certification

Job description

Job Description

Under the supervision of the UCSF Department of Neurosurgery and guided by the policies and procedures, rules and regulations, and bylaws of the UCSF Medical Center, some Nursing Policies, and Medical Staff Policies, and any unique ambulatory patient services this Nurse Practitioner (NP) position is assigned to the Neurosurgery practice. This APP position may perform delegated functions as appropriate to their "scope of practice". In general, the "scope of practice" includes the management of chronic stable medical conditions, routine care, acute or critical care, and medical and surgical procedures per approved standardized procedures as identified by the list available on the Medical Staff Office website. The CIDP approved standardized procedures are unique to each person and are unlikely to include ALL SPs on the list. This position may provide patient care in approved age groups and UCSF Health licensed settings. The APP has responsibility for the quality of standards of care for a specified patient population and evidence self-direction and accountability in the development of this role within all UCSF medical center locations. UCSF Health requires all Advanced Practice Practitioners (APP) to be credentialed through its Medical Staff Services Office (MSSO) to practice and function in their clinical role. This applies to both adult and pediatric APPs in the inpatient and outpatient clinical settings at all UCSF Health sites (Parnassus, Mt. Zion, Satellite Clinics, et al). Credentialing and approval of the Standardized Procedures takes between 30-60 days and must be completed prior to the first working day.

Qualifications

• 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).
• - Nurse Practitioner 1:
• - One (1) year of experience in an outpatient setting or experience as a Registered Nurse
• - Nurse Practitioner 2:
• - Two (2) years of experience as a nurse practitioner in a busy surgical specialty in ambulatory setting
• - Preferred Qualifications:
• - Preferred Ambulatory OP experience in Neurosciences
• - Previous experience in Neurosurgery setting
• - Licensure/Certifications:
• - 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). See Addendum A below for more detail.
• - 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 UCSF Medical Center requires all Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) to be credentialed through its Office of Medical Affairs and Governance (OMAG) to practice and function in their clinical role. This applies to both adult and pediatric APPs in the inpatient and outpatient clinical settings.
• - Credentialing takes between 60-90 days and must be completed prior to the first working day.

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.