Pediatric Surgery Nurse Practitioner | Acute Care

UC Davis Health; California (MO); On-site; USD 121,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Education reimbursement

Paid holidays

Retirement plans

Paid Time Off

Job summary

UC Davis Health seeks a Pediatric Surgery Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced clinical care for pediatric trauma and general surgery patients. The role emphasizes inpatient management, perioperative care, and family education within a 100% on-site environment.

The NP will collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and residents, participate in evaluations, follow-up care, and discharge planning, and may contribute to research and quality improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Active California RN and NP licenses required.
• Pediatric acute care NP experience preferred.
• Board certification in a relevant pediatric specialty.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient pediatric care and post-operative management.
• Education of patients, families, and staff.
• Collaboration with physicians and cross-disciplinary teams.
• Quality improvement, research involvement, and professional development.

Skills

California RN License

NP Furnishing License

NP board certification

DEA certificate

BLS/PALS

Masters in Nursing

Pediatric acute care NP experience

Communication skills

Independent practice

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

DNP or PhD in Nursing

Job description

UC Davis Health seeks a Pediatric Surgery Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced clinical care for pediatric trauma and general surgery patients. The role emphasizes inpatient management, perioperative care, and family education within a 100% on-site environment.

The NP will collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and residents, participate in evaluations, follow-up care, and discharge planning, and may contribute to research and quality improvement efforts.