Clinical Nurse Specialist

apartment UCSF Health location_onSan Francisco, CA, US

$218,200 - $245,700 / YEAR

BCHSF ClinicalNurseSpecialists

Full Time

87390BR

Job Summary

Clinical nurse leader for a program or area of nursing practice. Utilizes specialized knowledge and skills within major areas of focus, such as patient / family, nurses and nursing practice, and the organization / system. Typically partners with the nurse manager in leading the nursing clinical practice area. This is the journey level for an advanced practice clinical nurse specialist.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $218,200 - $245,700 (Annual Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Required Qualifications

At least 3 years of nursing experience in a pediatric acute care hospital
Master's degree in nursing
In-depth knowledge of patient population in the pediatric acute care environment, to include diagnoses, treatments, standards of practice and patient / family educational consulting and resources.
Advanced knowledge of methodology for conducting evidence-based research, data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills to assess highly-complex issues and develop multiple options for resolution.
Advanced interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide education, training, and direction to nursing staff, and to develop positive working relationships with patients, families, employees, and outside agencies as required.
Advanced skills in written and verbal communications, with the ability to convey complex and / or sensitive information in a clear and concise manner.

Preferred Qualifications

In-depth knowledge of patient population in the pediatric transitional care (step-down) or pediatric critical care environment, to include diagnoses, treatments, standards of practice and patient / family educational consulting and resources.
1 or more years in an advanced practice nurse position or equivalent

License/Certification

Registered Nurse in the State of California
Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist, or evidence of working towards.

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

High Risk Antepartum-Birth Ctr

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California 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, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

006481 CLIN NURSE OR ADV PRACT SPEC 4

Job Category

Nursing - Pediatric Services

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

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