Preop Nurse Practitioner - Per Diem, 10-Hour Shifts

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 192,000; Part time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health in La Jolla is hiring a Nurse Practitioner for the Anesthesia Preparedness Clinic on a Per Diem basis. The role features a 20% appointment with 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, at the La Jolla worksite.

The NP will conduct comprehensive preoperative health assessments, develop care plans, and collaborate with the anesthesia team to optimize patients before surgery. A strong nursing background and California NP licensure are required; per diem positions offer flexibility

Responsibilities

• Preoperative health assessments prior to surgery.
• Gather medical histories and perform initial physical examinations.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests when appropriate.
• Collaborate with anesthesia and surgical teams to optimize patient care.

Job description

UC San Diego Health in La Jolla is hiring a Nurse Practitioner for the Anesthesia Preparedness Clinic on a Per Diem basis. The role features a 20% appointment with 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, at the La Jolla worksite.

The NP will conduct comprehensive preoperative health assessments, develop care plans, and collaborate with the anesthesia team to optimize patients before surgery. A strong nursing background and California NP licensure are required; per diem positions offer flexibility