Nurse Practitioner-Specialist

Eisenhower Health•Rancho Mirage, CA

6d•$74 - $112

About The Position

Provides direct patient care within the Nurse Practitioner scope of practice and supports a multidisciplinary healthcare team in the Neonatal ICU Level II. Serves as a clinical expert through patient education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and consultation. Develops comprehensive care plans, coordinates patient care, delivers ongoing treatment, and fosters strong patient-provider relationships. Promotes cost-effective care management, effective resource use, and positive patient experiences through continuous process improvement. Provides evidence-based care and contributes to high-quality clinical outcomes.

Requirements

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited school of nursing.
Active and unrestricted California Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP) licenses.
Nurse Practitioner Furnishing (NPF) license number from the California Board of Registered Nursing.
Current NP board certification from a nationally accredited organization in a population focus.
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certificate to dispense Schedule II–V controlled substances.
National Provider Identifier (NPI).
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Ability to autonomously assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for patients across the lifespan.
Ability to adapt to unexpected changes in work volume and function in a high-volume environment.
Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and facilitate care transitions across the continuum of care.
Ability to establish professional working relationships with patients, physicians, and coworkers.
Ability to analyze situations quickly and accurately, take appropriate action, and solve problems independently.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and provide excellent customer service to patients.
Ability to use computerized medical records and other software to document care and communicate within the organization.
Ability to work independently and exercise initiative, judgment, and discretion.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology and a strong understanding of evidence-based practice, medical guidelines, and state and federal healthcare regulations.
Written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Nurse Practitioner providing care in an acute or ambulatory setting in the assigned specialty area.
For Inpatient Specialty Programs (CC7055): at least one year of experience with acute stroke, palliative care, neurovascular emergencies, or general surgery.
For Trauma ACS/APPs (CC7016): at least one year of experience with general surgery or trauma.
For Neonatal ICU Level II (CC6530): at least three years of Neonatal Nurse Practitioner experience.

Responsibilities

Comply with the Code of Conduct and compliance policies, resolve compliance questions or concerns, and report suspected violations.
Assess, diagnose, and manage patient care using evidence-based practices and clinical guidelines.
Conduct comprehensive health assessments, including medical histories, age-appropriate physical examinations, and ordering or interpreting diagnostic tests.
Analyze clinical data and formulate differential diagnoses using patient history, examination findings, and diagnostic results.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions, patient education, and interdisciplinary referrals.
Monitor patient progress, conduct follow-up assessments, and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.
Provide care in accordance with the Nursing Practice Act, scope of service, and hospital policies, consulting physicians and specialists when needed.
Document patient encounters, assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and promptly.
Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety, efficiency, and outcomes.
Use healthcare resources responsibly and align clinical practice with benchmarks, service line metrics, and budgetary goals while maintaining care quality.
Meet OPPE and FPPE standards and comply with applicable NP Standardized Procedures, policies, and protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned.