Nurse Practitioner, Cardiothoracic Surgery

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization :

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD

Position Overview :

Assesses, diagnoses, plans and implements the medical care of patients in collaboration with a physician. Functions within the full scope of licensure; accountable for the assessment, coordination delivery and evaluation of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient / family education and transitions of care. Delivers holistic and individualized care to all patients in assigned area. Develops, implements, manages an optimal interdisciplinary plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family / support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to hospital polices, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws / regulations and codes to promote a quality, highly reliable patient experience. Engages in continuous growth and development in professional advanced nursing practice. Follows ambulatory care and inpatient standardized procedures, protocols, policy and procedures regulated by the State of California Nurse Practice Act.

Job Description : EDUCATION

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Master's : Nursing

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

RN-Registered Nurse of California

NP-Nurse Practitioner

NP-Nurse Practitioner Furnishing

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Current DEA License Required

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED

5 years experience as nurse practitioner

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Demonstrated general knowledge and competence with regard to advanced nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology.

Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local / state / federal regulations.

Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook), Electronic Health Record.

Prioritize and delegate assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

Ensure the privacy of each patient's protected health information (PHI).

Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift : Varied

Schedule : Short Hour

Shift Hours : Days of the Week :

Variable

Weekend Requirements :

None

Benefits : No

Unions : No

Position Status : Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours : 16

Employee Status : Short Hour

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE / M / F / Disability / Veterans.

Pay Range is $92.80 to $134.56 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. ?