UC Irvine
Nurse Practitioner 1 - Night Shift
UC Irvine is a public research university founded in 1965 and a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities. Ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report, the campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation, and anteater mascot. The university has over 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs.
Position Overview Department of Surgery – Nurse Practitioner I (Night Shift).
The role demands a highly competent, independent yet collaborative provider who will manage and coordinate the inpatient care of surgical patients across a wide range of specialties, primarily located at the new Irvine hospital.
The scope includes general surgery, colorectal, ENT, gynecology, hand, minimally invasive, plastic, surgical oncology, thoracic, urology, vascular, and intensive care units.
Nurses are expected to provide advanced clinical care, including surgical consultations, resuscitations, performance of routine and emergent procedures, and participation in operating room activities when qualified.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate inpatient care of surgical patients across multiple specialties.
Provide consults and comprehensive inpatient management.
Evaluate patient care, order diagnostics, and develop treatment plans.
Participate in inpatient sign‑out/hand‑off at shift beginning and end.
Round with surgery teams, residents, and attending physicians to ensure continuity of care.
Conduct surgical consultations for potential operative patients.
Assist with resuscitations of surgical patients from ED and ICU.
Coordinate procedures, including scheduling and follow‑up care.
Admit and discharge patients, completing admission H&P, orders, discharge summaries, and medication instructions.
Triage telephone calls from patients and staff, review critical labs, and follow up diagnostics.
Obtain comprehensive medical histories, conduct initial and daily physical examinations, and assess health needs in a trauma‑informed manner.
Identify, treat, and manage hospitalized patients, demonstrating advanced medical knowledge and clinical judgment.
Collaborate in multidisciplinary team care coordination, education, monitoring, and communication with patients and referring physicians.
When credentialed as an RNFA, assist in the operating room, collaborating closely with surgeons throughout procedures.
Required Qualifications
Current, active, unrestricted California Registered Nurse license.
Current, active, unrestricted California Nurse Practitioner license.
Current, active, unrestricted Furnishing license and DEA registration.
Active National Provider Identifier (NPI).
NP National Board Certification (AGACNP‑BC or ACNPC‑AG, effective February 2018).
Current BLS and ACLS certification.
Within six months of hire, ATLS certification.
Ability to obtain UCIMC Allied Health Professional privileges prior to hire.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships across the program and UCI Health System.
Demonstrated diplomacy, flexibility, and customer‑service skills in interacting with physicians, nurses, administrators, and other stakeholders.
Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to prepare clear medical reports and progress notes.
Knowledge of Windows and MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Quest, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Familiarity with UC policies and procedures; experience in trauma/critical‑care nursing preferred.
Adherence to privacy, confidentiality, and security policies related to PHI and other sensitive information.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Windows and MS Office applications.
Experience in trauma/critical‑care nursing.
Conditions of Employment All candidates must comply with background check, live scan, employment misconduct disclosure, legal right to work, vaccination policies, smoking and tobacco policy, drug‑free environment, and California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act requirements. Further conditions may apply based on job‑specific responsibilities.
Benefits In addition to the salary range, UCI offers medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and a range of discounts and perks.
For details, visit the university’s compensation and benefits resources.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other category covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. UCI is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For more information, contact Human Resources at (949) 824‑0500 or eec@uci.edu.
Work Authorization Applicants must be able to provide proof of work authorization or be considered for sponsorship.
Application Notes Referrals increase interview chances by 2×.
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Position Overview Department of Surgery – Nurse Practitioner I (Night Shift).
The role demands a highly competent, independent yet collaborative provider who will manage and coordinate the inpatient care of surgical patients across a wide range of specialties, primarily located at the new Irvine hospital.
The scope includes general surgery, colorectal, ENT, gynecology, hand, minimally invasive, plastic, surgical oncology, thoracic, urology, vascular, and intensive care units.
Nurses are expected to provide advanced clinical care, including surgical consultations, resuscitations, performance of routine and emergent procedures, and participation in operating room activities when qualified.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate inpatient care of surgical patients across multiple specialties.
Provide consults and comprehensive inpatient management.
Evaluate patient care, order diagnostics, and develop treatment plans.
Participate in inpatient sign‑out/hand‑off at shift beginning and end.
Round with surgery teams, residents, and attending physicians to ensure continuity of care.
Conduct surgical consultations for potential operative patients.
Assist with resuscitations of surgical patients from ED and ICU.
Coordinate procedures, including scheduling and follow‑up care.
Admit and discharge patients, completing admission H&P, orders, discharge summaries, and medication instructions.
Triage telephone calls from patients and staff, review critical labs, and follow up diagnostics.
Obtain comprehensive medical histories, conduct initial and daily physical examinations, and assess health needs in a trauma‑informed manner.
Identify, treat, and manage hospitalized patients, demonstrating advanced medical knowledge and clinical judgment.
Collaborate in multidisciplinary team care coordination, education, monitoring, and communication with patients and referring physicians.
When credentialed as an RNFA, assist in the operating room, collaborating closely with surgeons throughout procedures.
Required Qualifications
Current, active, unrestricted California Registered Nurse license.
Current, active, unrestricted California Nurse Practitioner license.
Current, active, unrestricted Furnishing license and DEA registration.
Active National Provider Identifier (NPI).
NP National Board Certification (AGACNP‑BC or ACNPC‑AG, effective February 2018).
Current BLS and ACLS certification.
Within six months of hire, ATLS certification.
Ability to obtain UCIMC Allied Health Professional privileges prior to hire.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships across the program and UCI Health System.
Demonstrated diplomacy, flexibility, and customer‑service skills in interacting with physicians, nurses, administrators, and other stakeholders.
Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to prepare clear medical reports and progress notes.
Knowledge of Windows and MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Quest, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Familiarity with UC policies and procedures; experience in trauma/critical‑care nursing preferred.
Adherence to privacy, confidentiality, and security policies related to PHI and other sensitive information.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Windows and MS Office applications.
Experience in trauma/critical‑care nursing.
Conditions of Employment All candidates must comply with background check, live scan, employment misconduct disclosure, legal right to work, vaccination policies, smoking and tobacco policy, drug‑free environment, and California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act requirements. Further conditions may apply based on job‑specific responsibilities.
Benefits In addition to the salary range, UCI offers medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and a range of discounts and perks.
For details, visit the university’s compensation and benefits resources.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other category covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. UCI is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For more information, contact Human Resources at (949) 824‑0500 or eec@uci.edu.
Work Authorization Applicants must be able to provide proof of work authorization or be considered for sponsorship.
Application Notes Referrals increase interview chances by 2×.
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