Nurse Practitioner, Podiatry (Full Time, Day Shift)

NorthBay Health; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthBay Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide urgent care services, including exams, orders, and treatment plans. The role emphasizes direct patient care, recheck visits, and same-day appointments, with ongoing collaboration with assigned physicians.

The ideal candidate holds a California NP license with board certification, CPR certification, and a DEA license with furnishing number. Experience in ambulatory care and mentoring others is preferred for team advancement.

Qualifications

• Licensed Nurse Practitioner in California.
• Board certification by a recognized NP board.
• Current CPR certification.
• DEA license and Furnishing Number maintained.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine direct care to urgent care patients.
• Perform or order diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Establish diagnoses and prescribe medications.
• Instruct patients and families on conditions and treatments.
• Ensure continuity of care with assigned physician practices.

Skills

NP experience

Ambulatory care

Education

Master’s

Job description

Job Description

At NorthBay Health the Nurse Practitioner provides routine direct care to urgent care patients. This includes but is not limited to recheck and same day appointments. Performs physical examinations; performs or orders diagnostic tests; performs procedures and treatments; establishes diagnosis; prescribes medications; instructs patients and family members about medical conditions and treatment. Provides continuity for patients with assigned physician practices.

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program including a Nurse Practitioner Program.

Qualifications

• Master’s required.

Licensure/Certifications

• Current California licensure as a Nurse Practitioner and Board Certification by the American Nurse Credentialing Center, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Association of Critical Care Nurses, or Pediatric Nursing Certification Board.
• Current AHA or equivalent certification in CPR.
• Maintains a current DEA license for schedule 2 drugs and above.
• Maintains a current Furnishing Number for medications.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• Three year’s experience as a Nurse Practitioner, or completion of internship in primary care at NorthBay.
• One to two years of experience in related field and ambulatory care preferred.
• Able to evaluate patient’s physical and emotional status.
• Demonstrates ability to provide patient care based on age-related needs with current knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care for patients in the following age groups: Pediatric, Adult, Young Adult, and Geriatric.
• Able to clearly set behavioral limits.
• Demonstrates ability to mentor others. Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Acts as advocate when representing colleagues and uses appropriate methods to clearly convey information to others in an engaging way.
• Works with others respectfully and openly to achieve shared goals.
• Bilingual Preferred.

Interpersonal Skills and Values

Demonstrates NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high‑quality patient care.

Why NorthBay Health

NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute‑care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics. We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions. We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.

NorthBay Health Benefits Options

NorthBay Health offers a comprehensive benefits package based on established eligibility requirements. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long‑term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market‑based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.

Compensation Structure

NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff‑level positions use a step‑based system (Steps 1–5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.

Remote Work Disclosure

NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs. Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.