Pediatric ICU Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
Pediatric ICU Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
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Job Description
Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Pediatric ICU Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in San Francisco California. This is a full-time 6-month contract assignment at a childrens hospital.
We are seeking an experienced Pediatric Advanced Practice Provider to provide high-acuity care in both the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and the Pediatric Transitional Care Unit (TCUP) at UCSF Benioff Childrens Hospital. This role involves direct patient care in a hospital setting working 12-hour shifts with no call responsibilities.
Position Details:
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Job Title: Pediatric ICU Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - Locum
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Location: San Francisco California
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Contract Length: 6 months
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Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts (days and nights)
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PICU Signout: 6:15 AM/PM
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TCUP Signout: 6:30 AM/PM
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Shifts per Month: 12 shifts
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Pay Structure: 12 hours of pay per shift with an expected 30-minute unpaid lunch break
Practice Setting:
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Hospital: Pediatric Hospital
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Department: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Pediatric Transitional Care Unit (TCUP)
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EMR: EPIC
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Hospital Bed Size: 16-20 beds
Patient Population:
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Pediatric patients of various complexity levels
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PICU: Continuous monitoring of critically ill children post-surgery and trauma
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TCUP: Post-surgical care and non-invasive ventilation support (e.g. BIPAP CPAP HFNC)
Patient Ratios:
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PICU Days (Mon-Fri): 5:1
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PICU Weekends: 7:1
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PICU Nights: 10:1
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TCUP Days: 5-8:1
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TCUP Nights: 16:1
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage pediatric patients with moderate to critical conditions
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Provide acute interventions respiratory support management and post-transplant care
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Collaborate with physicians nurses respiratory therapists and interdisciplinary care teams
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Document clinical assessments and care plans accurately in EPIC
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Participate in signout rounds and team communications
Requirements:
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Active California NP or PA license
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Pediatric Advanced Practice Certification preferred
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Minimum of two (2) years of PICU or Pediatric Critical Care experience
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Current BLS and PALS certifications
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Experience with high-acuity pediatric populations strongly preferred
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Ability to work 12-hour shifts including nights and weekends
Assignment Benefits:
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Competitive hourly rate
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Weekly direct deposit
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Malpractice insurance provided
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Housing and transportation assistance are negotiable if needed
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Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
About Vivo HealthStaff:
Vivo HealthStaff is a national healthcare recruitment firm partnering with medical groups hospitals and healthcare organizations across the United States. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area Vivo HealthStaff is a two-time Inc. 5000 honoree recognized for its rapid growth and commitment to excellence in healthcare staffing.
Employment Type
Full-time
