Description

Come join our dynamic, highly skilled UCSF Geriatric Inpatient Services APP team! The UCSF Geriatric Inpatient Services include the Acute Care for Elders (ACE) Program and Inpatient Geriatrics Consultation, provided at UCSF Medical Center at UCSF Stanyan hospital. This position will be primarily based at the Stanyan Hospital, with cross-training to cover UCSF Parnassus. We are seeking a highly motivated Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (NP) to play a pivotal role in delivering patient-centered care for older adults and to serve as a Nursing leader in UCSF Health’s innovative new ACE Program at Stanyan Hospital. The role includes direct patient care, inspiring and engaging nursing staff, and leading quality improvement initiatives to create and improve programs that enhance patient experiences and outcomes. Responsibilities also include developing an educational program to increase nursing and other disciplines geriatrics competencies across ACE units and the broader health system, participating in quality improvement initiatives, and expanding geriatrics programs into key areas such as the Age-Friendly Health System and other hospital units.

Under the supervision of the Medical Director and guided by UCSF Health policies and procedures, the APP position offers a broad scope of practice, including management of chronic stable medical conditions, specialty protocols, routine care, acute or critical care, and medical and surgical procedures, per approved standardized procedures. The APP will provide high-quality care to adult and geriatric patients across UCSF Health licensed settings. We value individuals who are professional, compassionate, and possess strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Ideal candidates are adaptable to changing situations, prioritize collaborative care, and are committed to enhancing the hospital experience for older adults. This role provides the opportunity to lead impactful programs, innovate care delivery, and advance the field of geriatric medicine while helping UCSF Health improve health outcomes and empower older patients and their families.

Requirements

Requirements:
   Graduation from a California Board of Registered Nursing recognized Nurse Practitioner Program with a master’s or doctoral degree aligned with the patient population and clinical role.
   A minimum of six (6) months’ experience as a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

Preferred Qualifications:
   Experience in nursing leadership and program management
   Experience developing and implementing strategies to prevent cognitive and functional decline in acutely hospitalized older adults
   Minimum of 3 years of acute inpatient geriatric experience.
   Minimum of 1 year working as a Gerontology NP License/Certifications
   California Registered Nurse (RN) License without restriction
   California Nurse Practitioner (NP) License without restriction
   California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number
   NP national board certification from an accepted certifying agency aligned with the patient population and clinical role. Adult Inpatient: (ACNP-BC, AGACNP-BC, ACNPC-AG, ACNPC).
   California Driver License (if required for position)
   Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration with Schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, and 5 registered to a California address
   American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
   Additional required AHA certifications: ACLS
   Additional required certifications (such as ENLS): None