Pediatric ICU Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Full Job Description

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.

Job Types: Contract, Temporary

Pay: From $110.00 per hour

Medical Specialty:

• Critical & Intensive Care
• Pediatrics

Experience:

• PICU: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• San Francisco, CA 94143 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Francisco, CA 94143: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person