#139725 (NP) Nurse Practitioner II - Hepatology

DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, which is a prestigious recognition that applies to only 10% of all U.S. hospitals. Magnet is the “gold standard” for nursing excellence and is based on strengths in five key areas, which include transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements and empirical outcomes. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011.

Under general supervision, the Nurse Practitioner will provide independent, high-complexity care for patients with liver disease, including metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), viral hepatitis, cirrhosis, hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), and liver transplant-related conditions. This is an experienced APP role requiring a high degree of clinical autonomy.

The NP will manage a full patient panel across both in-person and telehealth settings, perform comprehensive assessments, order and interpret advanced diagnostics, and develop complex care plans. The role includes triaging patient needs, coordinating care across multidisciplinary teams, and supporting access initiatives to improve patient flow and outcomes. In addition to outpatient responsibilities, the NP will provide periodic backup coverage for the inpatient hepatology service to support continuity of care across settings. The NP is expected to function as a key contributor within the hepatology program, supporting best practices, collaborating closely with the care team, and contributing to quality improvement and program development efforts.

Participation in hepatology-related clinical research and protocol-driven care may also be required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a graduate from an accredited nurse practitioner program.

• California Registered Nurse (RN) license, California Nurse Practitioner (NP) license, and Furnishing License Certification.

• Current Nurse Practitioner Specialty Certification in an aligned specialty with the practice area from one of the following Nursing Boards: AANP, ANCC, NCC, PNCB, AACN.

• BLS/CPR certification at time of hire with commitment to obtain BART within 6 months.

• Six (6) months or more of experience as a licensed Nurse Practitioner.

• Direct hepatology clinical experience is required, with demonstrated ability to independently manage patients with chronic liver disease, including cirrhosis and its complications.

• Experience providing care via telehealth, including video and telephone visits, with ability to assess, triage, and manage patients in a virtual setting.

• Advanced knowledge of hepatology, including evaluation and management of MASLD, viral hepatitis, portal hypertension, HCC, and pre/post liver transplant care.

• Experience ordering and interpreting hepatology-specific diagnostics (e.g., liver imaging, elastography, lab trends, biopsy results).

• Proven ability to manage complex patient populations with multiple comorbidities in an outpatient setting.

• Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Proficiency in electronic medical record systems and clinical documentation (Epic preferred).

• Demonstrated experience providing patient education, counseling, and longitudinal disease management.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and care coordination skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum three (3) years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner in hepatology.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

• Must be able to obtain UCSD Medical Staff privileges and maintain during employment.

• Current University of California NPIII employees may be hired at the NPIII level pending review and approval by Health Human Resources and the UCSD Advanced Practice Council.

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