Nurse Practitioner - Trauma Center (Per Diem, Variable Shift)

Adventist Health; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

Adventist Health Sierra Vista in San Luis Obispo is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide expert clinical care in general or specialty areas within the Trauma Center.

The role requires MSN or DNP, RN and NP licensure, and current CPR/BLS; ACLS/PALS and TNCC instructor credentials highly valued; two years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP): Required
• Two years' relevant clinical experience: Preferred
• RN licensure in state of practice: Required
• NP licensure in state of practice: Required
• CPR certification or BLS certification: Required
• AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS or AHA-CPR or ARC-CPR: Required
• AHA-ACLS or ARC-ALS: Required
• AHA-PALS or ARC-PALS: Required
• TNCC INSTRUCTOR (TNCCI): Required

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients, employees, and/or family members. Constructs comprehensive medical histories.
• Performs initial and periodic physical examinations. Evaluates patient health needs and plans care.
• Provides treatment including medications and vaccines; works under NP scope.
• Writes orders to adjust medications after medical consultation.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

RN licensure (state)

NP licensure (state)

CPR/BLS

ACLS

PALS

TNCC Instructor

Education

MSN or DNP

Two years' clinical experience (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Job Description

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Job Summary

Responsible for providing expert clinical care in general or specialty area. Assesses, plans and provides patient care in collaboration with the attending physician. Provides comprehensive health assessment, medical diagnosis of acute and chronic illnesses, writes prescriptions, and formulates a treatment plan. Diagnoses medical conditions. Plans and implements interventions. Assists in the medical/surgical care and evaluates responses in collaboration of the attending and consulting physicians.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP): Required
• Two years' relevant clinical experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required
• Nurse Practitioner (NP) licensure in state of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS or AHA-CPR or ARC-CPR: Required

Department Specific License/Certifications

• AHA-ACLS or ARC-ALS: Required
• AHA-PALS or ARC-PALS: Required
• TNCC INSTRUCTOR (TNCCI): Required

Essential Functions

• Interviews patients, employees, and/or family members. Constructs comprehensive medical histories. Performs initial and periodic physical examinations. Evaluates patient behavior and explores patient’s interpretation of health needs. Works under the scope of practice of a nurse practitioner and as an agent of the physician.
• Provides treatment of patients as needed, including administering medications and/or vaccines and performing procedures. Works under the scope of practice of a nurse practitioner and as an agent of the physician.
• Writes orders to increase, decrease, or change medication (subject to checking and medical consultation as indicated).
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

JOB INFO

• Job Identification : 71289
• Job Category : Practitioner
• Posting Date : 2026-09-14T21:20:40+00:00
• Job Shift : Variable Shift
• Locations : San Luis Obispo, CA, United States
• Assignment Category : Per Diem
• Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $120,077 to $180,115. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.
• Hiring Department : Trauma Center
• Shift Length : 8 Hours