Hematology/Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist

UCSF Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 254,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health seeks a Clinical Nurse Leader to oversee a nursing practice area, partnering with the nurse manager. This journey level for an advanced practice clinical nurse specialist supports evidence-based care across oncology and related specialties.

The role requires a Master’s in Nursing, CA RN license, and CA CNS certification, with BLS and pathway certifications; teamwork and system-improvement focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of recent clinical experience in hematology/oncology.
• Advanced knowledge of evidence-based nursing and practice in multiple specialty areas.
• Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving for highly complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, teaching, mentoring, consulting, research, management, and systems improvement.
• Influences outcomes by providing expert consultation to care providers and implementing improvements in health care delivery systems.
• Collaborates with nurse manager to lead nursing clinical practice area.

Skills

Hematology/Oncology

Evidence-based practice

Nursing leadership

RN license CA

Clinical Nurse Specialist cert CA

BLS certification

Master's in Nursing

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Description

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 $225,253 - $253,629 (Annual Rate).

Job Description

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 $225,253 - $253,629 (Annual Rate).

Involves advanced expertise in evidence-based nursing and practice in a range of specialty areas, such as oncology, pediatrics, geriatrics, psychiatric / mental health, adult health, acute / critical care, among others. Provides direct patient care, teaching, mentoring, consulting, research, management, and systems improvement. Influences outcomes by providing expert consultation to all care providers and implementing improvements in health care delivery systems.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• Minimum of three (3) years of recent clinical experience in hematology/oncology.
• In-depth knowledge of hematology/oncology clinical practice, including diagnosis, treatments, standards of practice and patient/family education, consultation 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.
• Master’s degree from an accredited Nursing program
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of California (CA BRN)
• Current Clinical Nurse Specialist certification in the State of California (CA BRN)
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification
• Clinical Nurse Specialist or Advanced Practice Nurse specialty certification (e.g. ACHPN, ANP-BC, AGCNS-BC) or obtained within one year of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate degree (PhD or DNP) from an accredited Nursing program

License/Certification

• Master’s degree from an accredited Nursing program
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of California (CA BRN)
• Current Clinical Nurse Specialist certification in the State of California (CA BRN)
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification
• Clinical Nurse Specialist or Advanced Practice Nurse specialty certification (e.g. ACHPN, ANP-BC, AGCNS-BC) or obtained within one year of hire

About Us

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

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 here .

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

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.

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.

Salary Information

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.

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