Nursing Jobs in Los Alamitos, CA
$160,000 - $180,000 / year
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Primary Care - Spanish Department: Clinic Operations Employment Type: Full Time Location: 710 N. Euclid Street, Anaheim, CA 92801 Reporting To: Sharma Bishop Compensation: $160,000 - $180,000 / year Description Astrana Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate Primary Care NP/PA to join our growing outpatient clinic in Anaheim, CA with Gateway Medical Center. This role is ideal for a provider who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered care with a strong focus on preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and value-based care. Gateway Medical Center is a multi-specialty medical practice that has served the Anaheim area since 1984. We provide comprehensive primary medical care to our patients out of our three clinic locations found in Anaheim, Anaheim Hills and Santa Ana California. Spanish-speaking providers and those with geriatric experience are strongly preferred. Our Values: Put Patients First Empower Entrepreneurial Provider and Care Teams Operate with Integrity & Excellence Be Innovative Work As One Team What You'll Do Provide and manage comprehensive primary care services, including: Physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, counseling, and treatment Preventive care visits, wellness exams, and age-appropriate screenings Manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease, and other common adult medical conditions Prescribe medications and treatment regimens in accordance with clinical guidelines and best practices Develop individualized, evidence-based care plans in collaboration with patients and families Maintain a continuity panel of patients under supervising physician with appropriate follow-up and long-term care planning Collect, review, and maintain complete and accurate patient medical records in the EHR Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging Coordinate care with specialists, behavioral health providers, and ancillary services Direct and collaborate with nursing and support staff to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care Participate in quality improvement initiatives, including HCC, 5-Star, and other incentive-based programs Advocate for patients within the healthcare system to support cost-effective, coordinated care Recommend workflow and operational improvements to enhance clinical efficiency, documentation, and patient experience Uphold the highest standards of medical ethics, professionalism, and patient confidentiality Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Active and unrestricted NP/PA license in CA Fluent Spanish Active DEA registration Current BLS and ACLS certifications At least 1 year of outpatient primary care experience You're great for this role if you have: Geriatric care experience Experience in value-based care, community health, or managed care environments Strong communication, teamwork, and clinical judgment skills Passion for serving diverse and underserved populations Environmental Job Requirements and Working Conditions This is a full-time position. Your schedule would be comprised of 5 8-hour shifts between M-F 8 A - 5 P. Consideration can be made for part-time employment. This position is located onsite at 710 N Euclid Street Anaheim CA 92801. Our national target pay range for this role is $160K-$180K per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location (current or future), experience, and other job-related factors. Referral Bonus Benefit for Employees at Astrana Health: $3,000 per physician hired $3,500 per bilingual physician hired (Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin) Additional Information: Astrana Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. If you require assistance in applying for open positions due to a disability, please email us at humanresourcesdept@astranahealth.com to request accommodation. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. 
$155,000 - $165,000 / year
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Pediatrics Department: Providers Employment Type: Full Time Location: 328 S. First St. #F Alhambra, CA 91801 Reporting To: Amy Chang Compensation: $155,000 - $165,000 / year Description Astrana is seeking a skilled and compassionate pediatric Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, proficient in Cantonese, Mandarin, or Spanish, to join our dynamic healthcare team. This PA/NP will play a pivotal role in providing exceptional medical care to our pediatric patients. If you are a dedicated provider with a genuine enthusiasm for delivering top-quality care, we invite you to join our team and contribute to our mission of promoting lifelong health and wellness. Our Values: Put Patients First Empower Entrepreneurial Provider and Care Teams Operate with Integrity & Excellence Be Innovative Work As One Team What You'll Do Diagnose, interpret test results and treat common acute and chronic pediatric illnesses, applying evidenced-based medical practices Develop and implement personalized treatment plans for patients, considering their medical history, family dynamics, and individual needs Collaborate with the patient’s family to create and execute treatment plans and ensure proper coordination of care to optimize patient’s health progress Maintain patient Electronic Medical Record data Refer to specialists when appropriate Collaborate with regional and central leadership to meet health quality and clinical excellence goals Other duties as assigned Qualifications Unrestricted and active California Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner License Current BLS, ACLS, CA DEA certification prior to start date EMR proficient Proficiency in Cantonese, Mandarin, or Spanish You're great for this role if you have: Prior experience working in pediatrics Experience working in a collaborative setting to ensure positive patient health outcomes Interest in working with Medicare patients Knowledge of Value-Based Healthcare model Environmental Job Requirements and Working Conditions This position is located at 328 S 1st Street, Alhambra CA 91801. The total compensation target pay range for this role is between $15,000 - $160,000 per year. This pay range represents our national target range for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location (present or future), experience, and other job-related factors. This is a full-time position. Hours at M-F 8 A - 5 P. 
$167,960 - $274,726 / year
The Pre-Op Nurse Practitioner –(NP) is a NP who works under the direction of the Department's Administrative and Medical Directors to facilitate safe and efficient operational flow of the cardiovascular patient population at Keck Medical Center. The NP is responsible for the application of the nursing process, supervision of clinical practice, education, leadership, and patient care management. The NP will function as a part of inter-professional teams by communicating, planning, and implementing care directly with other healthcare professionals, including but not limited to physicians, pharmacists, office support staff, and clinical nurse specialists and nurse practitioners. Outpatient duties will include providing Cardiac Clearance for established Cardiology patients for surgery, pre-transplant evaluation as well as independent evaluation of general cardiology patients. This position may provide support to Cardiovascular Medicine physicians in their respective clinics by using a team approach to efficiently evaluate and treat our outpatient Cardiovascular Medicine patient population. Meeting all medical center requirements, the Pre-Op NP will be responsible for appropriate documentation, clinic consults. The NP will be responsible for follow up, coordination of care, assisting in triaging phone calls, clinical questions, and pharmacy. The NP may also be involved in our telemedicine program. The nurse practitioner should demonstrate a knowledge of regulatory requirements in the delivery of patient care. Demonstrates critical thinking in providing care according to the standards of the profession. Resource for RNs, LVNs, and support staff. Works in collaboration with other health care team members, consulting and referring as appropriate, but retains responsibility for ongoing clinical management of the patient (e.g. post-implant VAD care, heart failure, etc.). Departmental Specific Summary The Nurse Practitioner – Cardiology under general supervision and in accordance with standardized procedures, incumbent performs physical examinations and treats common episodic and chronic health care problems, counsels patients and families, monitors patient progress, assists with medical research projects. Resource for RNs, LVNs, and support staff. Works in collaboration with other health care team members, consulting and referring as appropriate, but retains responsibility for ongoing clinical management of the patient (e.g. post-implant VAD care, heart failure, etc.). Essential Duties 1. Conducts in-depth interviews with patients and/or family, constructs comprehensive medical histories, performs initial and periodic physical examinations and explores patient’s interpretation of health needs. Identifies and treats patients’ diseases (e.g. post-implant VAD care, heart failure, etc.). Manages treatment of hospitalized patients using critical and strategic thinking, analytical and planning skills while demonstrating effective organizational and time management skills. 2. Identifies patient’s educational needs and provides health related information to enhance patient’s and family’s understanding of medical condition and related treatments. Obtains informed consent for procedures that will be performed Instructs and counsels patients and families regarding care, medical problems, psychological problems and use of prescribed devices, treatments and drugs. 3. Directly performs or orders appropriate diagnostic studies and interprets finished results. 4. Develops and implements long and short range treatment plans. 5. Performs procedures such as obtaining specimens, performing injections, immunizations, lumbar punctures, skin biopsies, suturing, wound care and management of conditions produced by trauma or infection. 6. Writes orders to increase, decrease or change medication, subject to checking and counter-signing by physician. 7. Initiates consultations and monitors scheduling of patients for special tests. 8. Identifies records pertinent progress of patients, updating and summarizing charts, changing orders when appropriate and notifying the responsible physician of changes in the patient’s condition. 9. Instructs and counsels patients and families regarding preventive care, medical problems, psychological problems, and use of prescribed treatments and drugs. 10. Acts as the lead in the clinics (e.g. being the resource for RN, LVN, and support staff) and acts as the liaison with governmental agencies such as Center for Disease Control and National Institute of Health. Assists with medical research projects, following medical research protocols. Obtains Investigational Review Board approval for treatment protocols. 11. Researches community resources for referral of patients. Refers patients to most appropriate resource based on patients’ medical needs and condition. 12. Maintains compliance with established University and department policies and procedures, quality assurance, safety, environmental, infection control and complies with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies. 13. Participates in in-service education programs and professional associations. 14. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: Req Master's degree Nursing Degree in a related field Req 3 years Experience as a NP required Req 2 years Experience as NP in general cardiology, cardiothoracic or cardiac surgery experience required. Req Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently. Req Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions and ability to understand, follow and successfully perform duties, including whole blood collection, and apheresis procedures, in accordance with administrative and clinical policies, regulations and procedures. Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Registered Nurse - RN (CA DCA) Current & Valid California Registered Nursing license. Req Nurse Practitioner - NP (CA DCA) Current & Valid California Nurse Practitioner license. ACNP, AGACNP, FNP, ANP, or AGNP required. Req DEA Certificate Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Certificate issued by the U.S. Department of Justice for Schedule II-V controlled substances Req NP Board Certified Possession of National Board Certification in Nurse Practitioner area of specialty accredited by Accreditation Board of Specialty Nursing (ABSNC) or National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only) USC Care Medical Group serves as the sole physician entity reporting to the USC Health System, uniting faculty clinical practice under Keck Medicine of USC. This entity oversees clinical governance, physician and ambulatory services, and core enterprise functions including billing, contracting, and financial operations. The organization encompasses 17 clinical departments, with approximately 1,500 physicians and 2,000 staff delivering care across more than 80 locations from Kern County to Orange County and into Las Vegas. USC Care Medical Group is the engine for patient-centered growth—advancing quality, safety, access, and financial strength through integrated, system-level thinking that transcends silos and traditional models. By building bridges across the enterprise, embracing innovation, and leveraging technology, we deliver seamless, 5-Star access and service while expanding clinical reach and diversified models of care. Our work fuels a sustainable cycle of good health—organizationally, financially, and within the communities we serve—driving continued growth from within and beyond the system’s boundaries. The annual base salary range for this position is $167,960.00 - $274,726.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu . Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law. Notice of Non-discrimination Employment Equity Read USC’s Clery Act Annual Security Report USC is a smoke-free environment Digital Accessibility If you are a current USC employee, please apply to this USC job posting in Workday by copying and pasting this link into your browser: https://wd5.myworkday.com/usc/d/inst/1$9925/9925$149827.htmld $164,403 - $271,265 / year
The Supervisor works under the direction of the Associate Administrator of Advance Practice Providers, Department's Administration, and Medical Directors to provide both clinical services as well as leadership and managerial services . The Supervisor will facilitate safe and efficient operational flow of the dedicated patient population. The Supervisor is responsible for the application of the advance practice provider processes, supervision of clinical practice, education, leadership, and patient care management. This position will function as a part of inter-professional teams by communicating, planning, and implementing care directly with other healthcare professionals, including but not limited to physicians, pharmacists, office support staff, and clinical nurse specialists and nurse practitioners. The Supervisor administrative duties include but are not limited to supervising NP's, PA's as assigned. Depending on location, may be supervising union employees. They will be responsible for annual reviews and employee counseling. Departmental Specific Summary The Supervisor works under the direction of the Associate Administrator, Department's Administrative, and Medical Directors to provide both clinical services as well as leadership and managerial services. The Supervisor will facilitate safe and efficient operational flow of the the patient population at Keck Medical Center, Arcadia Hospital, Verdugo Hills Hospital, and USC Care Clinics. The Supervisor is responsible for the application of the advance practice provider process, supervision of clinical practice, education, leadership, and patient care management. This position will function as a part of inter-professional teams by communicating, planning, and implementing care directly with other healthcare professionals, including but not limited to physicians, pharmacists, office support staff, and clinical nurse specialists and nurse practitioners. The Supervisor administrative duties include but are not limited to supervising NP's, PA's, as assigned. They will be responsible for annual reviews and employee counseling. They will collaborate with Department Administrator and Medical Director. Essential Duties Management: • Utilizes professional, respectful, effective communication to delegate and direct activities and assignments • Supervises, hires, educates, disciplines and evaluates the performance of Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant staff. Ensures performance appraisals are completed in a timely manner. Interviews Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant candidates and orients new employees. • Schedules, assigns daily duties, and assesses the general performance of the Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistantin the department. Partners with management in making daily staffing assignments in accordance with budgeted hours per patient day and provides rationale for any staffing variances. • Completes an initial assessment at the beginning of the day. Oversees the staffing and operational needs of the unit and organization • Oversees the education and orientation of Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants and keeps abreast of current trends, quality issues and departmental affairs. Acts as a clinical resource and support . • Models compassion, understanding, problem solving and conflict resolution skills amongst the staff to assist patients and families having difficulty coping with their illness and/or hospitalization and maintains good public relations • Effectively collaborates with other disciplines and providers to meet the needs of patients and fellow staff members • Keeps informed of clinical / service / organizational updates / changes • Manages time effectively and able to organize and prioritize responsibilities. • Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment to the service, department and organization’s mission and goals. • Participates in departmental or organizational activities as assigned Compliance and Performance Improvement: • Identifies and participates in data collection and process improvements related to Quality Indicators • Responsible for observing and adhering to the regulatory agency requirements. • Continually reassesses clinic or hospital needs. • Ensures patient care is delivered in accordance with professional regulatory standards. • Identifies potential barriers to efficient operational flow. • Evaluates and modifies current practices to assure the most efficient way to assure effective operational flow. • Identifies quality improvement issues and develops unit-based quality improvement programs, as well as standards of care and practice. • Oversees the quality assurance initiatives for the department. • Develops, implements, and evaluates the clinical collaborative practice agreements in the clinical area. • Consistently keeps current on clinical, department and medical center changes; shares information with staff members by participating in huddles and utilizing all forms of communication as directed by the department Manager. • Responsible for pursuing opportunities for professional development (e.g. certifications, nursing committees, unit based projects, research, published peer review article) and able to mentor and share knowledge to colleagues and other staff. Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application. • Models expertise through the application of evidenced-based practice in clinical decision-making. Maintains a current level of knowledge inclusive of Evidenced Based Practice relative to professional practice. • Participates in the evaluation of the cost effectiveness of services provided. • Ensures complete and accurate documentation. • Responsible for the routine update of required licenses and credentials as required by organization • Responsible for the update and implementation of organization/ department’s policies and procedures; demonstrates ability to access online manuals. • Ensures that documentation is complete and correct in Electronic Health Record Direct Patient Care Accountabilities: • Responsible for ensuring the measures based on the appropriate level of care expected: management of the care and the ability to manage the care of post cardiac procedure patients. • Appropriately completes patient assessments • Interprets assessment information and formulates diagnoses. • Develops Plans of Care with individualized interventions. Documents expected/projected patient outcomes. Reviews/Revises/Updates Plans of Care daily based on evaluation and interpretation of patient outcomes. • Completes patient care procedures correctly per policy at prescribed intervals. • Delegates tasks based on others’ scope of practice and competency. • Acts as patient advocate. • Ensures prompt response to service needs as appropriate . • Provides patient/family education as needed. • Collaborates with Case Manager and/or social work for any social needs encountered with population. • Utilizes patient care equipment appropriately and safely according to manufacture guidelines. • Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team including patient and family. Ensures timely communication of patient needs to Providers Performs other duties as assigned. • Examples: Enthusiastic participation in unit activities such as process improvement efforts, preceptor, peer education; changing assignment to meet patient needs, etc. Required Qualifications: Req Master's degree Master's Degree In Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner, OR Graduated from an Accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program Req 5 years Experience as nurse practitioner or physician assistant Req Demonstrated strong leadership abilities. Req Demonstrates professional, respectful, effective communication to delegate and direct activities and assignments Req Strong critical and strategic thinking, analytical and planning skills. Req Organization/time management skills. Req Excellent communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Pref 2 - 3 years Lead/charge or supervisory experience Pref Experience in clinical specialty area Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing) *Exempt from RN if Physician Assistant Req Nurse Practitioner - NP (CA Board of Registered Nursing) *Exempt from NP if Physician Assistant Req Nurse Practitioner Furnisher (CA Board of Registered Nursing) *Exempt from NP Furnisher if Physician Assistant Req NP Board Certified Possession of National Board Certification in Nurse Practitioner area of specialty accredited by Accreditation Board of Specialty Nursing (ABSNC) or National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). ◦ If work in Hospital/Acute Care Setting must have Certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) upon hire. ▪ (*Grandfathered from Acute Care Certification requirement if hired/transferred prior to 12/2015.) (**Exempt from NP Board Certification if Physician Assistant) Req Physician Assistant - PA (CA DCA) Current Physician Assistant (PA) License in the State of California (**Exempt from PA if Nurse Practitioner) National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) (**Exempt from PA Certification if Nurse Practitioner) Req DEA Certificate Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Certificate issued by the U.S. Department of Justice for Schedule II-V controlled substances Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association - *ACLS as required by the NPs Job description for NPs in the Hospital/Acute Care Setting and Ambulatory Infusion Centers (*Required for Hospital/Acute & Infusion Center Clinic settings only) Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only) USC Care Medical Group serves as the sole physician entity reporting to the USC Health System, uniting faculty clinical practice under Keck Medicine of USC. This entity oversees clinical governance, physician and ambulatory services, and core enterprise functions including billing, contracting, and financial operations. The organization encompasses 17 clinical departments, with approximately 1,500 physicians and 2,000 staff delivering care across more than 80 locations from Kern County to Orange County and into Las Vegas. USC Care Medical Group is the engine for patient-centered growth—advancing quality, safety, access, and financial strength through integrated, system-level thinking that transcends silos and traditional models. By building bridges across the enterprise, embracing innovation, and leveraging technology, we deliver seamless, 5-Star access and service while expanding clinical reach and diversified models of care. Our work fuels a sustainable cycle of good health—organizationally, financially, and within the communities we serve—driving continued growth from within and beyond the system’s boundaries. The annual base salary range for this position is $164,403.00 - $271,265.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu . Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law. Notice of Non-discrimination Employment Equity Read USC’s Clery Act Annual Security Report USC is a smoke-free environment Digital Accessibility If you are a current USC employee, please apply to this USC job posting in Workday by copying and pasting this link into your browser: https://wd5.myworkday.com/usc/d/inst/1$9925/9925$149824.htmld 
