Nurse Practitioner Heart & Vascular / Cardiology ($10,000 Sign-On-Bonus)

Advanced Practice Provider – Cardiology

Full Time

70151BR

Job Summary

NOTE:  This position is eligible for a $10,000 sign on bonus for new hires

In collaboration with the physician staff, the Procedural Service Nurse Practitioner I or II (NP II) is a professional advanced practice nurse who, because of education and in-depth clinical knowledge and experience in the diseases and treatments of the Electrophysiology, Structural and Interventional Cardiology patient populations possesses the skills necessary to provide expert nursing care for patients that have undergone procedural intervention. The Procedural NP will support and participate in organizational and divisional program development.  This includes being a contact point for patients, families, attending and referring physicians, and staff, as well as the provision of patient care across all UCSF campuses and affiliated UCSF Faculty Practice and patient care locations.

Under the supervision of the UCSF Department of Medicine and guided by the policies and procedures, rules and regulations, and bylaws of the UCSF Medical Center, some Nursing Policies, and Medical Staff Policies, and any unique ambulatory patient services this Nurse Practitioner (NP) position is assigned to, Division of cardiology.   This AHP position may perform delegated functions as appropriate to their “scope of practice”.  In general, the “scope of practice” includes the management of chronic stable medical conditions, routine care, acute or critical care, and medical and surgical procedures per approved standardized procedures as identified by the list available on the Medical Staff Office website. The CIDP approved standardized procedures are unique to each person and are unlikely to include ALL SPs on the list.  This position may provide patient care in approved age groups and UCSF Health licensed settings.  The AHP has responsibility for the quality of standards of care for a specified patient population and evidence of self-direction and accountability in the development of this role within all UCSF medical center locations.  UCSF Health requires all Advanced Health Practitioners (AHP) to be credentialed through its Medical Staff Services Office (MSSO) to practice and function in their clinical role.  This applies to both adult and pediatric AHPs in the inpatient and outpatient clinical settings at all UCSF Health sites (Parnassus, Mt. Zion, Satellite Clinics, et al). Credentialing and approval of the Standardized Procedures takes between 30-60 days and must be completed prior to the first working day.

Eligibility for Sign On Bonus – Candidate cannot be a current UC employee. Candidate cannot have been employed by the University during the 12 months prior to the proposed rehire date. Candidate position classification cannot be Senior Management Group (SMG). Candidate must meet any additional UC location eligibility requirements.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Department Description

100% Inpatient Procedural Service

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience working as an NP in cardiology, cardiac patient care
• Active RN and NP license in California
• Minimum 1 year experience working as an NP and 3 years as a clinical nurse in cardiology or cardiac related position
• Current AHA BLS and ACLS certifications
• Possesses the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to successfully perform the duties of the assigned position 
• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations and in varying schedules as outlined
• Flexibility to work across all UCSF campuses, UCSF affiliates and UCSF Faculty Practice patient care locations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in: Interventional Cardiology/Electrophysiology and/or Structural Heart Programs
• Experience working in an outpatient cardiology/electrophysiology/structural practice-clinic

License/Certification

• California driver’s license (CDL) if required for position
• Must hold current national certification from an accepted certifying agency and provide by first day of work.
• Accepted Certifications for this position: Link to UCSF NP Certification Table for reference: https://ucsf.app.box.com/s/ofsh3wc7xfgewy361mc9r1x1zue1pedz
• Must hold a current and active RN and NP and Furnishing license in California.
• Must have completed a BRN recognized graduate master’s degree program as a nurse practitioner.
• Must obtain an active and/or transferable DEA license to California and provide evidence by 90th day of clinical practice. (It is the responsibility of the employee to transfer their DEA license to their new place of employment if from out of state, via online DEA portal and provide evidence of transfer).
• Must have submitted enrollment with CMS Medicare and Medicaid through credentialing by first clinical day.  CCS enrollment as appropriate for pediatric environments.
• Must hold current AHA BLS as minimum requirement
• Must hold current AHA ACLS as minimum requirement
• State regulation requires that you have a supervising physician to practice
• Incumbents with less than 6 months of NP experience will be hired as a Nurse Practitioner 1

UCSF Health requires all Advanced Health Practitioners (APP) to be credentialed through OMAG to practice and be privileged through CIDP to function in their clinical role. This applies to both adult and pediatric APPs in the inpatient and outpatient clinical settings at all UCSF Health sites and affiliates. Credentialing, health plan enrollment, and approval of privileges must be completed prior to the first working day. Inability to comply with the requirements of OMAG/CIDP AT ALL TIMES will result in either, a LOA or suspension of privileges designation.

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

009147 NURSE PRACT 2

Job Category

Advanced Practice Providers, Nursing – Adult Critical Care, Nursing – Adult Services, Nursing – Advanced Practice

Bargaining Unit

California Nurses Association (CNA) – Registered Nurses Unit (NX)

Location

Parnassus Heights (SF)

Additional Shift Details

Monday – Friday