Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner ; NURSE PRACT

Job Summary

To provide independent advanced level nurse practitioner clinical expertise to patients and their families on an on-going basis. This includes the management of chronic stable medical conditions, routine care, acute or critical care, and medical and specialty protocols (e.g. chemotherapy) as defined by standardized procedures or independently based on licensure. Patient management decisions are independent where appropriate after assessment of the patient and interdependent with consultation with an attending or other member of the team.

NPs are expected to act as an expert resource person for  care providers including nurses, residents and other ancillary staff.

Provides patient care in a team based care environment to a diversified patient population. Applies knowledge, experience and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, set priorities, and use abstract thought to evaluate clinical situations. Participates in patient and staff education. Demonstrates leadership skills. Demonstrates accountability for own practices as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.

Apply By Date: 11/6/2025 at 11:59 p.m. This position will be considering applications as they apply, until filled.

• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
• California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License
• California Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) without restriction
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate within 3 months of hire
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• National NP board certification in aligned specialty with the practice area
• Graduation with a master’s degree, DNP or PhD in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing
• One (1) year or greater experience as a nurse practitioner
• One (1) year of greater recent clinical experience in GI
• Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Judgement skills to effectively meet the needs of patients
• Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role
• Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider

• One (1) year or greater recent clinical experience in specialty care of the hiring department highly desirable

• 80% - Outpatient (may include some or all responsibilities listed)
• 10% - Professional Development
• 5% - Quality and Evidence-Based Practice
• 5% - Research and Education

These positions will provide 8 half days of outpatient clinic follow-up support for IBD, hepatology, motility, general GI, and advanced endoscopy in our Division of Gastroenterology. This will allow our GI physicians to increase access to new patients and procedures. There is a significant backlog at all GI/hepatology outpatient locations, so these hires will significantly improve access. This is a partnership with the Community Physician Group.

• Salary or Pay Range: $87.69-$115.72
• Salary Frequency:
  Hourly
• Salary Grade: 118
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  NURSE PRACT 2
• UC Job Code: 009147
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type:
  Staff:
  Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule):
  Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
• Location:
  
  Midtown Ambulatory Care Center (HSP
  122) – Sacramento, CA
• Union Representation: NX-Nurses
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• This position is 100% on-site
• This is not an H-1B visa opportunity

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Benefits include high quality medical plans, dental and vision coverage for you and your family, extensive leave benefits, paid holidays and paid time off, continuing education allowances and reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and retirement plans.

See our Benefits Summary pages for details.

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