Nurse Practitioner II Grade 60
This position supports Kaiser Permanente´s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures. Kaiser Permanente is an AA/EEO employer.DEPARTMENT: Interventional ServicesSCHEDULE: Full-time, regular; 40hrs/week; SHIFT: Day; Sunday through Saturday 7:30am to 6:00pmEDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited NP program & Surgical Residency program, California RNP License, Board Certified, DEA License, BCLS & ACLS certificationQUALIFICATIONS: CV, Surgical/Interventional Case Log, and (2) professional references submitted with application. Minimum (1) year within the past (1.5) years of complex coronary and vascular interventions including minimally invasive surgical approach & experience in both the in-patient and out-patient settings with demonstrated knowledge & competence to: Function as 1st assist in the Interventional Suites Conduct daily rounds & document patient care orders (ICU & Floor) Perform evaluative consults with physicians & other health care providers Read & evaluate laboratory reports & imaging studies Manage interventional/procedural problems within scope of practice Perform therapeutic procedures as outlined in the Delineation of Privileges Ability to make independent decisions following California Laws & Regulations Highest level of customer focused service with patients, members, physicians, and staff Effective verbal and written communication skills Excellent attendance & ´Meets/Exceeds´ standards on Performance Appraisal done within the past year Completion of employee health requirements Ability to support Cardiac Interventional 1st call schedules in the greater Sacramento area -including after hours and weekends. Due to operational needs, may be required to have varied start times and work at multiple facilities in the Sacramento area. Qualified Nurse Practitioners (NPs) will be given hiring preference over qualified Physician Assistants (PAs). NPs who do not meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply, and their applications will be reviewed on a case by case basis.REQUIRED SKILLS TESTING: N/ADUTIES: Under the direction of the Chief of Surgery and the Department Manger or designee, qualified applicants will be expected to evaluate, coordinate, provide, and facilitate care for adult and pediatric patients as an extension of the staff surgeons. Specific responsibilities to be fulfilled are outlined in the Job Description and Delineation of Privileges documents.