(NP) Nurse Practitioner - Inpatient BMT - 140243

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 176,624 - 247,157; Full time

Job summary

The University of California San Diego is hiring a Nurse Practitioner for their Inpatient BMT at Jacobs Medical Center. This role involves providing primary medical management for oncology patients and performing specialized medical procedures. Candidates should have experience in oncology and a strong commitment to patient care.

The position requires a graduate degree, active California licenses, and excellent skills in communication and clinical decision-making, with potential for community outreach.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nurse practitioner program.
• California RN and NP licenses required.
• Minimum one year recent NP experience in Oncology or BMT.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary medical management for oncology/BMT patients.
• Lead by example and act as a liaison within the BMT Program.
• Perform specialized procedures like bone marrow biopsy.

Skills

Oncology experience

BMT expertise

Excellent communication skills

Clinical decision-making

Group teaching ability

Education

Graduate of an accredited nurse practitioner program

California RN license

California NP license

Current Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification

Job description

Job Title and Overview

Nurse Practitioner – Inpatient BMT at Jacobs Medical Center, Cancer Center, 90% appointment, 12‑hour shifts Monday‑Sunday. Salary commensurate with experience. Union: NX Contract.

DESCRIPTION

As the NP under the direction of the BMT attending physician and APP Supervisor, you will provide primary medical management for oncology/BMT patients, lead by example, and act as a liaison within the BMT Program. You will perform specialized procedures such as bone marrow biopsy, lumbar puncture, and skin biopsy. You will present patient cases during daily rounds and weekly BMT Clinical meetings, provide education to patients/families and staff, support policy development, and participate in research and community outreach. You may provide care to BMT patients in the outpatient center at the Moores Cancer Center and expand your role as needs change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited nurse practitioner program.
• California RN license, California NP license, and California NP Furnishing License Certification.
• Current Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (AGACNP or ACNP).
• BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at hire with commitment to obtain ART within six months.
• Minimum one year recent work experience as NP in Oncology, BMT, or adult critical care.
• Thorough knowledge of BMT and CAR‑T process and hematologic blood cancers, including pathology and expected outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to understand medical and psychosocial needs of patients with cancer.
• High professionalism and excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to function as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent assessment skills and ability to make clinically sound decisions in a fast‑paced, constantly changing environment.
• Comfort in group teaching and willingness to engage in community outreach.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• AOCN (Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse) or AOCNP certification.
• One to two years recent inpatient Hem/Onc/BMT experience as NP.
• Knowledge of chemotherapy and marrow transplant medication administration.
• Experience in quality improvement.
• Experience in clinical trials and ability to identify potential trial patients.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• May be required to work various hours, days, shifts, on‑call and locations based on 24‑hour Medical Center needs.
• Subject to criminal background check and pre‑employment physical.
• Must obtain and maintain UCSD Medical Staff privileges.
• Clinical advanced practice experience must be within last two years.
• Current UCSD NPIII employees may be hired at the NPIII level pending review and approval.

PAY RANGE

Annual Full Pay Range: $176,624 - $247,157 (prorated for appointment percentages < 100%). Hourly Equivalent: $84.59 - $118.37. Compensation is based on experience, skills, licensure, and other factors.

EEO STATEMENT

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status or any other protected status.