(NP) Nurse Practitioner - Oncology Infusion - 141809

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 177,000 - 247,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive patient care in the Moores Cancer Center Infusion Center and related infusion locations. The NP will administer cancer therapies, monitor for toxicities, and triage emergencies under medical oncologist supervision.

The role requires CA NP licensure, board certification, and 2+ years in hematology/oncology infusion. Strong communication and teamwork with multidisciplinary staff are essential for optimal

Qualifications

• Must graduate from an accredited nurse practitioner program.
• California RN license, NP license, and Furnishing License Certification.
• National NP board certification.
• Current ART certification, or BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications with commitment to obtain ART within six months.
• Two or more years of NP experience in hematology oncology, oncology infusion, or non-oncology infusion.
• Ability to perform history, exam, and develop appropriate plans of action.
• Knowledge of diagnostic tests, exams, and procedures used in a clinic setting.
• Understanding of infection control and accurate medical chart documentation.
• Advanced clinical judgment to manage patients in an outpatient oncologic setting.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting with escalation of care as needed.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary care.
• Strong communication and education skills; demonstrated professionalism and empathy.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in the Infusion Center under supervision of Attending Oncologists.
• Administer antineoplastic therapies, manage side effects, and triage oncologic emergencies.
• Coordinate Same-Day Cancer Services with the multidisciplinary care team.
• Educate patients and families; ensure accurate documentation and charting.
• Care for oncology patients in outpatient settings and infusion center; adapt to changing needs.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Oncology infusion

Clinical assessment

Infection control

Multidisciplinary coordination

Clear communication

Education

Nurse Practitioner program graduate

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/20/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego Health is proud to be a four-time Magnet-designated organization and has now earned Magnet with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet is the gold standard for nursing excellence, achieved by only about 10% of hospitals worldwide. Magnet with Distinction is awarded to the highest-performing Magnet organizations, with only a select few earning this prestigious honor. This recognition reflects our commitment to transformational leadership, professional nursing excellence, innovation, exceptional patient outcomes, and an empowering practice environment where nurses thrive.

Established in 1978, Moores Cancer Center is the region's only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. This designation is reserved for centers with the highest achievements in cancer research, clinical care, education and community contributions.

Under the direction of the Medical Director of the Moores Cancer Center Infusion Center, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) will function as a provider of patient care for patients receiving treatment in the Infusion Center. Demonstrates knowledge of administration of antineoplastic therapies, side effect management, and triage of oncologic emergencies. Develops and expands the role responsibilities as patient and system needs change. The NP will provide patient care oversight, including management of toxicities and/or reactions to IV treatments. Direct supervision will occur by assigned medical oncologists. Requires a strong emphasis on the management of patients undergoing cancer and non-cancer related treatments, including clinical trials, BMT, chemotherapy, biologic and immunotherapies.

In collaboration with Attending Oncologists, the NP provides Same-Day Cancer Services for established oncology patients. Acts as a liaison and collaborates with the multidisciplinary care team. Provides patient/family and staff education. Will provide care to oncology patients in the outpatient oncology and infusion center. Demonstrates knowledge of solid cancers and hematological blood cancers. Demonstrates knowledge of administration of antineoplastic therapies, side effect management, and triage of oncologic emergencies. Develops and expands the role responsibilities as patient and system needs change.

This position will provide patient care coverage for our various Moores Cancer Center infusion locations and occasionally Same Day Cancer Center.

While not required, a cover letter is highly recommended when applying to this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a graduate from an accredited nurse practitioner program.

• California Registered Nurse (RN) license, California Nurse Practitioner (NP) license, and Furnishing License Certification.

• National NP board certification in aligned specialty with the practice area.

• Current ART certification, or BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to get ART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Two (2) or more years of recent (within the last 5 years) work experience as a licensed Nurse Practitioner in hematology oncology, oncology infusion, or non-oncology infusion.

• Proven ability to perform initial history, and physical examination, identify major medical problems, and formulate appropriate plans of action.

• Demonstrated knowledge of common diagnostic tests, exams, and procedures used in a clinic setting.

• Must understand purpose, required supplies and/or equipment, to maintain infection control, an accurate documentation of medical chart.

• Demonstrates advanced clinical judgment and critical thinking skills to assess and manage patients in an oncologic outpatient setting.

• Demonstrates ability to independently manage patients in a fast-paced setting, using evidence-based clinical judgment and appropriate escalation of care.

• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary care.

• Strong verbal and written communication and documentation skills, with the ability to guide care teams and educate patients and families. Consistently demonstrates professionalism, empathy, and kindness to staff and patients.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP)certification.

• Two (2) or more years of oncology infusion or hematology oncology experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Must be able to obtain UCSD Medical Staff privileges and maintain during employment. Due to advanced practice credentialing eligibility, clinical advanced practice experience must be within the last two years.
• Current UCSD NPIII employees may be hired at the NPIII level pending review and approval by Health Human Resources and the UCSD Advanced Practice Council.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $176,624 - $247,157 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $84.59 - $118.37

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).