Preoperative Nurse Practitioner - Surgical Readiness Expert

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 222,000 - 272,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for the Anesthesia Preparedness Clinic to perform comprehensive preoperative health assessments and coordinate care prior to anesthesia. The NP will interview patients, build histories, perform physical exams, and contribute to optimized perioperative planning in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.

The role requires CA RN and NP licenses, current NP certification, and a minimum of 3 years in cardiology/pulmonology/critical care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nurse practitioner program.
• Current CA RN and NP licenses.
• Current NP specialty certification from AANP/ANCC/NCC/PNCB/AACN.
• 3+ years as NP in cardiology/pulmonology/ICU/internal medicine.
• BLS/CPR or BART certification with plan to obtain BART within 6 months.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment with empathy.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive preoperative health assessments.
• Conduct in-depth patient interviews, histories and physical examinations.
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies; develop treatment plans.
• Collaborate with care team; ensure patient safety and appropriate follow-up.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Empathy and patient care

Education

CA RN license

CA NP license

Tools

BLS/CPR or BART certification

Job description

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for the Anesthesia Preparedness Clinic to perform comprehensive preoperative health assessments and coordinate care prior to anesthesia. The NP will interview patients, build histories, perform physical exams, and contribute to optimized perioperative planning in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.

The role requires CA RN and NP licenses, current NP certification, and a minimum of 3 years in cardiology/pulmonology/critical care.