Registered Nurse

Pediatrics - Oncology

Full Time

88131BR

Job Summary

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 $84.78 - $109.85 (Hourly Rate).

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Under general supervision, guided by the policies and procedures of the Medical Center and Ambulatory Services, and in collaboration with providers and administrative management, the Ambulatory Oncology Nurse Care Coordinator works autonomously, utilizing the nursing process, to assess, plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate patient care within the ambulatory setting for a panel of pediatric, adolescent, and young adult patients with oncology related conditions. S/he will utilize a high level of clinical knowledge to fulfill patient needs, ensure efficient patient care, and provide patient education when necessary. The Clinical Nurse II will act as a patient advocate and as a liaison between insurance companies, inpatient/outpatient services, patients/families and all other necessary healthcare services to manage and facilitate efficient and timely care received in clinic as well as coordination of care. In addition, the Clinical Nurse II will assist in the development of patient care standards and practices.

The Clinical Nurse II Is Responsible For

• clinic procedures needed by Oncology patients including but not limited to central line care and dressing changes, lab draws, port access, medication administration, assistance during lumbar punctures including medication administration, patient assessment and any needed nursing interventions.
• coordinating outpatient services and needs including assisting with insurance authorizations, contacting home health companies, assuring DME and other home supplies are adequate, assisting with medication refill requests, manage any needs for research studies/submissions, patient teaching and assisting in the overall coordination of timely patient care.
  
  

Utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams; carries out established nursing procedures and performs related duties as required; performs nursing care for patients with more complex needs with assistance and supervision. Assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing team.

Required Qualifications

• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing RN experience, of which one year shall be in pediatrics.
• Experience with use and care of portocaths, central lines and drawing labs required.
• Phlebotomy experience required
• PDRN minimum 1-year recent clinical RN experience in pediatric care.
• Knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position
• Recent experience in the use of electronic medical record documentation
• Pediatric Oncology/BMT experience including:
• Pediatric Oncology/BMT outpatient experience
• Pediatric Oncology/BMT Case management experience
• If associating with an SCC, have a minimum of one-year pediatric clinical experience providing nursing care for patients with the disease(s) or related condition(s) specific to that SCC.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• BSN preferred
• Experience and fluency in working with computers
• Knowledge of UCSF and APEX
• Proficiency in triaging patients and situations
• Ability to multitask
• Self-directed
• Organized
• Working well across multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Ability and experience managing large case loads
  
  

License/Certification

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
• Current CPR through the American Heart Association
• CPHON
  
  

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

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

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

009139 CLIN NURSE 2

Job Category

Nursing - Pediatric Services

Bargaining Unit

California Nurses Association (CNA) - Registered Nurses Unit (NX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours