(NP) Nurse Practitioner - Bleeding Disorders Ctr - 138685

UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, which is a prestigious recognition that applies to only 10% of all U.S. hospitals. Magnet is the "gold standard" for nursing excellence and is based on strengths in five key areas, which include transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements and empirical outcomes. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011.

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) at the Center for Bleeding and Clotting Disorders (CBCD) will specialize in caring for adults with hemophilia and other bleeding and clotting disorders. This individual will be part of our comprehensive care team supporting clinical operations and the Center's 30% volume growth. Responsibilities will include routine follow-up appointments for an up-to-date assessment, education and training in self-care and health management. This position will also be involved in educating patients, family members, and health care professionals in the community about bleeding and clotting disorders.

Assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse NP is expected to practice consistent with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care. The major emphasis at this level is ongoing direct patient care delivery. Assignments at this level primarily encompass management of patients who present chronic and/or episodic health problems. Assignments at this level may include responsibility for occasional community teaching programs, participation in program planning, and development of patient and staff education information.

While not required, a cover letter is highly recommended when applying to this position.

• Must be a graduate from an accredited nurse practitioner program.

• California Registered Nurse (RN) license, California Nurse Practitioner (NP) license, and Furnishing License Certification.

• Current NP Specialty Certification from one of the following Nursing Boards: AANP, ANCC, NCC, PNCB, AACN.

• BLS/CPR certification at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Current CITI Certification, or must obtain within six (6) months of hire date.

• A minimum of two (2) years of recent ambulatory care experience as a licensed Nurse Practitioner, with experience in supporting clinic efficiency, optimizing scheduling flow, and managing patient volumes.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and compassionately with diverse patient populations, healthcare professionals, and community stakeholders.

• Ability to provide clear, comprehensive education to patients and families regarding disease process, treatment plans, and self-management.

• Demonstrates advanced clinical judgment and critical thinking skills to assess, manage, and evaluate complex bleeding and clotting disorders in an outpatient setting.

• Demonstrates advanced clinical judgment and critical thinking skills to assess, manage, and evaluate bleeding and clotting disorders in an outpatient setting.

• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary care.

• Experience with infusions, specifically Factor infusion.

• Two (2+) or more years of clinical experience caring for Hemophilia patients and or others with bleeding or clotting disorders.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to obtain UCSD Medical Staff privileges and maintain during employment. Due to advanced practice credentialing eligibility, clinical advanced practice experience must be within the last two (2) years gained through school or work experience.
• Current University of California NPIII employees may be hired at the NPIII level pending review and approval by Health Human Resources and the UCSD Advanced Practice Council.