Job Code and Payroll Title
009139 CLIN NURSE 2
Job Summary
Regional Cancer Center Ambulatory Services and Infusion Unit

This position offers the opportunity to deliver care in the clinic, quick treatment and infusion areas of a thriving community cancer practice. The nurse in this environment is part of a dynamic team focused on the coordination and delivery of care through patient teaching, assessment and triage, administration of chemotherapy and supportive therapies.  

 The Outpatient Oncology Registered Nurse serves in a leadership role and delivers direct patient care to an assigned adult Oncology outpatient population.  This nurse is experienced and highly skilled with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the cancer disease process, the major treatment modalities, symptom management, supportive care, and patient education. 

At this operational level, the nurse proactively embraces the Oncology Nursing Society/Standards of Oncology Nursing practice to utilize the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care.  The nurse utilizes an interdisciplinary approach across the continuum of care with adherence to National Patient Safety Goals set forth by regulatory requirements.  The nurse is recognized and utilized as a clinical resource and demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization. 
 
Organization
Health
Req Number
62460BR
Job Title
Registered Nurse San Mateo Cancer Center
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
100%
Shift Length
Variable
Shift
Days
Additional Shift Details
RN will work 8s or 10s based on business need.
Bargaining Unit
California Nurses Association (CNA) - Registered Nurses Unit (NX)
Job Category
Nursing - Adult Services, Nursing - Ambulatory Services/Outpatient, Nursing - Cancer Services
Required Qualifications

• Current Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certification within 6 months of hire date
• Two (2) or more years of recent RN adult clinical Oncology Nursing experience
• Knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to this position
• Demonstrates evidence of basic analytic thinking necessary to care for a group of complex patients such as oncology and a high degree of attention to detail
• Must demonstrate observational skills and the ability to set priorities. Ability to function independently and effectively with shifting priorities and considerable pressure
• Must be able to function under stress and with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Must demonstrate effective skills in applying hospital standards in area of service, team work, communication, respect for others, and time/priority management. See also Living Pride Standards
• Ability to delegate tasks in a style that is consistent with promoting leadership and teamwork, seeking assistance as needed; ability to demonstrate leadership experience that support teamwork, professionalism, high quality patient experience, evidence based clinical practice, or other relevant topics
• Demonstrates ability to develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with physicians, nurses, and other medical staff. Contributes to team building through participation in unit programs and meetings; contributes to positive morale, using constructive and effective conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrates ability to remain current in professional and technical knowledge and apply this to the job; looks for opportunities for continual improvement in patient care, the work environment, and a commitment to lifelong learning in the field of nursing
• Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Health locations

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ RN experience in chemotherapy/ biotherapy administration in the last 5 years
• OCN Certification or other relevant specialty certification
• Membership in professional organizations is recommended
• Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certification prior to hire

License/Certification

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California
• Current American Heart Association CPR Certification
• Current Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certification within 6 months of hire date

Position Type
Full Time
Department Name
Cancer Care Services
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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Location
San Mateo, CA