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Job Name
Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner
Department
7424000 - Neurosurgery General ADT
Position type
Full Time
Workplace
Fully On-Site
Primary Location
San Francisco, CA, United States
Job ID
1723

Description & Requirements

Job Description

Join UCSF Neurosurgery as a Nurse Practitioner supporting complex neuroscience patients in one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. This role combines inpatient  and outpatient neurosurgical care in a collaborative environment alongside nationally recognized neurosurgeons and multidisciplinary specialists.

UCSF Nurse Practitioners (NPs) are Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) who possess the education, national board certification, California licensure, knowledge, clinical skills, and experience necessary to provide evidence-based patient care in their area of clinical practice. They provide routine, acute, critical, and specialty care as defined by their granted privileges/standardized procedures. These may include performing non-invasive or invasive procedures and operative first assist.

UCSF-hires APPs whose UCSF clinical responsibilities require patient care at facilities/locations outside of UCSF Medical Center and Clinics must abide by California regulations and are expected to provide clinically indicated care that meets the applicable standards of care. Additionally, they must be credentialed and privileged and follow the Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and Policies of those facilities/locations. Examples include but are not limited to Langley Porter Psychiatric Hospital (LPPH), Marin Health, UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland, UCSF Health Saint Francis & St. Mary’s Hospitals and Clinics, Washington Hospital, and Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center (ZSFG).    

 

 

Department Description
The UCSF School of Medicine General Neurosurgery division provides expert, patient-centered care for individuals with a wide range of neurological conditions. Staffed by highly skilled surgeons and clinicians, the team utilizes advanced surgical techniques and cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional outcomes. In addition to clinical care, the division is deeply committed to research, education, and innovation, striving to advance the field of neurosurgery and improve the lives of patients through groundbreaking discoveries and training the next generation of neurosurgical leaders.
Qualifications
Required: Graduation from a California Board of Registered Nursing-approved or verified school of nursing with a master’s degree in nursing or a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). - Two (2)years of experience in busy ambulatory neurosurgical specialty settings, including ICU, trauma surgery, orthopedic spine, and neurocritical care. Preferred: - Preferred Ambulatory OP experience and or inpatient experience in Neurosciences License/Certification: 1. California Registered Nurse (RN) License without restriction 2. California Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) without restriction 3. California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number, including Schedule II furnishing privileges 4. NP national board certification from an accepted certifying agency aligned with the patient population and clinical role. Adult Hybrid: Inpatient and Outpatient:(ACNP-BC, AGACNP-BC, ACNPC-AG, ACNPC). 5. California Driver's License (if required for position) 6. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration with Schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, and 5 registered to a California address 7. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification 8. Additional required AHA certifications: None additional to BLS 9. Additional required certifications (such as ENLS): None UCSF Medical Center and Campus requires certain healthcare providers to be credentialed. In most cases this is done through its Office of Medical Affairs & Governance (OMAG) prior to the first working day. Credentialing and approval of the Standardized Procedures takes between 60-90 days but can vary.
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
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 https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , 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 https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
EEO Statement
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Additional Details

Job Code
NURSE PRACT 2 (009147)
Assignment Category
Career
IAP Level
Staff Plan (target potential payout of $900, maximum of $1,800)
Job Family
Nursing
Campus 1
Parnassus Heights (SF)
Campus 2
Parnassus Heights (SF)
Campus 3
Parnassus Heights (SF)
Percentage (%)
100
Shift Length
8 hours
Shift Type
Day
Bargaining Unit
NX
Additional Shift Details
no call
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