Ambulatory Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic RN; CLIN NURSE &R

Ambulatory Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic RN (CLIN NURSE
2) PM&R

vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement

Mar 06, 2026

The CN identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations, directs and acts as resource to other members of the nursing team as assigned and promotes compliance and support for policies. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care;

delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations.

Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care.

Provides direct patient care 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.

March 15, 2026, by 11:59 p.m.;
Interview and selection process may occur at any time.

• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• At least three (3) years of recent RN experience in ambulatory care
• Recent 1-year telephonic triage experience.
• At least one (1) year Intrathecal pump experience
• At least (2) years RN Case Management experience
• At least two (2) years' experience with rehabilitation, neuromuscular disease, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately.
• Knowledge of current trends in nursing.
• Commitment to excellence in patient care.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates accountability and professionalism.
• Adapts to change in a positive, professional and productive manner.
• Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation.
• Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical) and physiological characteristics specific to the patients.
• Mastery of relational competencies.

• Ambulatory Care Nursing Certification (AMB-BC)
• BSN preferred
• Experience with muscular spasticity management/treatment
• Recent experience with maintaining, refilling and troubleshooting intrathecal baclofen pumps
• Prior authorization for medications and durable medical equipment.

• 70% - Nursing Process and Practice
• 15% - Quality and Evidence-Based Practice
• 5% - Leadership
• 5% - Professional Development
• 5% - Research

The mission of the University of California Davis Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) is to improve the health, function, and quality of life of individuals with acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions, brain and spinal cord insults, and neuromuscular disorders. We pursue our mission through the compassionate delivery of the highest quality patient care, state-of-the-art education of students, physicians, clinical investigators and allied health providers, public service to the local and global community, and research which generates new knowledge that can be applied to the health and functional challenges that face our world.

Registered Nurses in the PM&R department at UC Davis. Position may cover at TEI or ACC, or a combination of both locations.

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