Staff Position

Level II Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care
Kaiser Permanente
Santa Rosa, CA
0x8 hrs, Evenings

$122-144/hour

Overview

Shift Breakdown0x8 hrs
ShiftEvenings

Pay

25% higher than average Nurse Practitioner / Urgent Care Nurse pay in California

Estimated pay

$122-144/hour

Qualifications

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License

PN,APRN-CNP,APRN-CRNA,APRN-CNS,APRN-CNM license in California
Nurse Practitioner (3 years)

Other

Eligible to work in US

Description

Job Summary:
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for the assessment of selected patients in the designated service. The NP performs physical examinations, confers with patients in person and by phone/electronically, collaborates with others in the department to assure smooth flow of patient care consistent with established quality indicators and participates in the overall coordination of patient care. The NP reports to the Chief of the designated service and to the Department Manager.
Essential Responsibilities:

Practices under the standard procedure established for the NP role consistent with Kaiser Permanente policy and in accordance with requirement set forth by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

Conducts age appropriate assessments of patients, including history taking and physical examination consistent with department protocol.

Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy.

Consults with supervising physician or other clinicians as dictated by patient need and assessment findings.

Participates with physicians and other clinicians in the department to assure effective patient care consistent with quality indicators for patients cared for in the designated service.

Reviews medical record for follow up or ordering of diagnostic studies under established protocols.

Establishes and maintains communication with other health care providers and departments to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness and to promote consistency and continuity of care.

Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs.

Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members.

Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events.

Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning.

Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. Participates in nursing research activities as requested. Identifies and solves problems effectively.

Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities to document, track and convey information.

If practicing in a specialty role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role.

Perform other related duties as necessary.

Basic Qualifications: Experience

Minimum of 6 months experience as a nurse practitioner.

Two (2) years (within the past three (3) years) experience as a NP providing specialized care for patients in an emergency department or urgent care setting. Education

Masters Degree in Nursing (unless already a Kaiser Permanente employee who was grandfathered in prior to California Business and Professions Code requirement in January 1, 2008)

Completion of a Masters Program in Family Practice NP or Acute Care NP required. If only caring for specific patient population of adult or pediatrics then Acute Adult NP or Acute Pediatric NP required.

License, Certification, Registration

Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number (California)

Nurse Practitioner Certificate (California)

Registered Nurse License (California)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Nurse Practitioner National Certificate

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

National Provider Identifier required at hire

Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements:

Must meet credentialing requirements established for nurse practitioners within the Kaiser system (Masters Degree in Nursing and National Certification from one of the following organizations: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners; American Credentialing Center; National Certification Corporation for Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing Specialties; National Certification Board of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Nurses.)
Candidates must meet requirements to apply for PTAN (Provider Transaction Account Number) at the time of hire and apply within 30 days of hire
Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Preferred Qualifications:

Kaiser Permanente Job ID #1312669. Posted job title: Nurse Practitioner Ii - Urgent Care - Short Hour Evening

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About

At the heart of health care, you'll find Kaiser Permanente. As the nations leading not-for-profit, integrated health plan, we make a difference in the lives of members, patients, and communities across the country.With 39 hospitals and more than 734 locations in eight states and the District of Columbia, we proudly serve more than 12.7 million members from coast to coast. Whether you choose to join a hospital in the Northwest, a clinic in Southern California, or a medical office in the Mid-Atlantic, we have many opportunities for you to shape the future of care.Our teams are empowered to advance impactful and extraordinary care for all by pioneering health outcomes, encouraging diverse viewpoints, and creating new opportunities for learning and advancement. This covers more than our members and our employees; it also reaches far into our communities. Together, we're proudly working as one for a healthier today and tomorrow.

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About Santa Rosa, CA

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Santa Rosa is higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 83°F, and average winter lows are around 38°F.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Santa Rosa, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.

Transportation

Santa Rosa is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

Santa Rosa is a diverse city with a wide age range.
Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the pollen from surrounding vineyards.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Santa Rosa offers a vibrant culinary scene, with a variety of restaurants and wineries to explore.
It also has a thriving arts and music community, and outdoor activities such as hiking and horseback riding are popular due to the Mediterranean climate.

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