Preoperative, NP

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network serving the diverse communities of Southern California. With hospitals, outpatient centers, and specialized care services, we are committed to delivering the highest quality care to more than 3 million residents across Los Angeles, and Orange Counties. Our mission is to provide compassionate, patient-centered care, and we are looking for aPreoperative, NPto join our Brand-New Readiness Center.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Collaborative, Team-Oriented Culture: Join a dynamic, team-based environment where collaboration is essential to success.
• New Workspace: Work in a brand-new center featuring an innovative patient flow model, with plans for expansion to additional campuses.
• Make a Tangible Impact: This role provides the opportunity to directly improve surgical outcomes and streamline patient care by taking over the surgical clearance process, allowing primary care teams to focus on their core responsibilities.
• Supportive, Mentorship-Driven Environment: Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned NP, you’ll receive guidance and mentorship from experienced NPs and healthcare leaders, fostering both your professional growth and personal success.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule with no on-call duties or weekend shifts, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a highly competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and eligibility for public student loan forgiveness programs.

Why You'll Love the Area:

The area offers the perfect balance of suburban charm and urban convenience. Nestled just a short drive from both Los Angeles and Orange Counties, it provides easy access to world-class dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions. Its central location means you can enjoy a morning hike in the mountains, relax on the beach by the afternoon or a day at Disneyland. With a friendly community, great schools, and a variety of parks and outdoor activities, Whittier is an ideal place to live, work, and play.

Why PIH Health:

PIH Health is a nonprofit regional healthcare network with three hospitals, 100 outpatient medical offices, 7 Urgent Care Centers, and a medical foundation employing over 500 physicians and mid-level providers. PIH Health offers a comprehensive range of services, including hospice care, with an unwavering focus on patient well-being and comfort.

Our organization is home to more than 7,500 compassionate and dedicated employees. PIH Health has earned recognition as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals, a testament to our commitment to providing exceptional care to our community.  

Our leadership is dedicated to putting patients first—a cornerstone of our mission, vision and values.

EOE M/F/D/V

At PIH Health, you’re not just another staff member – you’re part of a close-knit, dedicated family committed to providing exceptional care. If you’re looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and join a team that truly values you, we’d love to have you on board!

Position Summary:

The Preoperative Nurse Practitioner is a key member of the anesthesia and surgical team, responsible for optimizing patient health and ensuring safe, effective surgical and procedural experiences. This NP conducts comprehensive preoperative and perioperative evaluations, develops and implements patient-centered care plans, and collaborates closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals. This role spans clinical, administrative, research, and educational settings, requiring specialized knowledge in anesthesia and surgical procedures.

Required Skills

• Demonstrated expertise in assessment, intervention and patient care management, as well as various pre-surgical protocols 
• Knowledgeable regarding NP scope of practice.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal and conflict resolution abilities.
• Independent performer.

Required Experience

• Current California Nurse Practitioner license
• Current Basic Life Support Certification
• Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner
• Evidence of continuing education and self-development to support license requirements
• Board Certification: Board certified by the National Certification Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants/Nurse Practitioners.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with CMS’ documentation requirements to demonstrate medical necessity, DRG reimbursement and MCC and CC capture.
• Familiarity with inpatient only and outpatient only surgery lists. 
• Knowledge of insurance and Medicare and Medi Cal documentation and coding requirements.