Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Pediatric ICU Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in San Francisco, California. This is a full-time, 6-month contract assignment at a children's hospital.
We are seeking an experienced Pediatric Advanced Practice Provider to provide high-acuity care in both the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and the Pediatric Transitional Care Unit (TCUP) at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital. This role involves direct patient care in a hospital setting, working 12-hour shifts with no call responsibilities.
Position Details:
Job Title: Pediatric ICU Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - Locum
Location: San Francisco, California
Contract Length: 6 months
Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts (days and nights)
PICU Signout: 6:15 AM/PM
TCUP Signout: 6:30 AM/PM
Shifts per Month: 12 shifts
Pay Structure: 12 hours of pay per shift with an expected 30-minute unpaid lunch break
Practice Setting:
Hospital: Pediatric Hospital
Department: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Pediatric Transitional Care Unit (TCUP)
EMR: EPIC
Hospital Bed Size: 16-20 beds
Patient Population:
Pediatric patients of various complexity levels
PICU: Continuous monitoring of critically ill children post-surgery and trauma
TCUP: Post-surgical care and non-invasive ventilation support (e.g., BIPAP, CPAP, HFNC)
Patient Ratios:
PICU Days (Mon-Fri): 5:1
PICU Weekends: 7:1
PICU Nights: 10:1
TCUP Days: 5-8:1
TCUP Nights: 16:1
Key Responsibilities:
Manage pediatric patients with moderate to critical conditions
Provide acute interventions, respiratory support management, and post-transplant care
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and interdisciplinary care teams
Document clinical assessments and care plans accurately in EPIC
Participate in signout rounds and team communications
Requirements:
Active California NP or PA license
Pediatric Advanced Practice Certification preferred
Minimum of two (2) years of PICU or Pediatric Critical Care experience
Current BLS and PALS certifications
Experience with high-acuity pediatric populations strongly preferred
Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including nights and weekends
Assignment Benefits:
Competitive hourly rate
Weekly direct deposit
Malpractice insurance provided
Housing and transportation assistance are negotiable if needed
Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
About Vivo HealthStaff:
Vivo HealthStaff is a national healthcare recruitment firm partnering with medical groups, hospitals, and healthcare organizations across the United States. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, Vivo HealthStaff is a two-time Inc. 5000 honoree recognized for its rapid growth and commitment to excellence in healthcare staffing.
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