Vascular Surgery Nurse Practitioner Opportunity in the Bay Area

Now Hiring: Vascular Surgery Nurse Practitioner

Palo Alto Medical Foundation Group (PAFMG) is seeking a skilled and motivated Nurse Practitioner to join our Vascular Surgery team in Mountain View, CA.

This role is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, planning, and implementing comprehensive medical care for patients in close collaboration with a supervising physician. The advanced practice provider will function within the full scope of licensure and is accountable for the assessment, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of care, including direct patient care, patient and family education, and care transitions. Responsibilities include providing medical consultations, performing therapeutic procedures as delegated, assisting with surgical procedures, completing daily rounds as needed, and ensuring continuity of care through an organized, multidisciplinary team approach across the care continuum.

Requirements

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• & Master's: Nursing

LICENSURES & CERTIFICATIONS:

• NP-California Nurse Practitioner by California Department of Consumer Affairs
• NP-F - Nurse Practitioner Furnishing
• RN-California Registered Nurse
• CSRC-Controlled Substance Registered Certification (DEA)
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• Other - certification based on department requirements

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years of recent relevant experience.
• Preferred - Sclerotherapy

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Demonstrated general knowledge and competence with regard to advanced nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology.
• Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook), Electronic Health Record.
• Prioritize and delegate assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient's protected health information (PHI).
• Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
• Critical thinking skills as it relates to specialized departments this may include the ability to complete age-appropriate assessments

We Offer / Join Us and Enjoy

• Generous compensation with bonus potential
• Excellent benefits, including zero-cost medical insurance
• Advanced practice technology, including EPIC
• A positive work-life balance and Northern California's natural beauty and lifestyle
• Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents
• Relocation assistance
• CME allowance
• Robust retirement program

Medical Group Details

Based in Sacramento, we provide healthcare to over 3.5 million Californians. Our integrated health system offers a connected care model that delivers treatment when, where and how people need it. We're partners in wellness, a hub for innovation, advocates for community health and a career catalyst for future medical professionals. At Sutter, we never stop making healthcare better. Our culture is centered on our patients, people and communities. Sutter Health is a not-for-profit, community-based healthcare system committed to advancing care for everyone. Our teams work together to provide the best treatment and experience for every patient, in every interaction, every day.

Community Information

Nestled between the Santa Cruz Mountains and San Francisco Bay, Mountain View is a diverse community, located in what's known as Silicon Valley (10 miles north of San Jose and 35 miles south of San Francisco). At just over 12 square miles, the City is home to over 86,500 residents, many nationally and internationally known corporations, and a thriving small business base. Mountain View prides itself on providing excellent public services and facilities that meet the needs of a caring and diverse community in a financially responsible manner. While leading the region in innovation and ideas, the City remains committed to the traditional values of strong neighborhoods and citizen involvement. Mountain View boasts strong safety and public education records and is considered one of the best places to live in the Bay Area.