Registered Nurse - Pediatric Neurosurgery (BCH - Mission Bay)

UCSF Health; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health is seeking a Pediatric Neurosurgery Nurse to coordinate clinical care for Pediatric Brain Center patients under supervision, collaborating with physicians and ambulatory services, screen referrals, coordinate evaluations, and ensure smooth patient flow while educating families. The role requires a BSN, California RN licensure, and strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.

Candidates should be comfortable with EHRs and familiar with discharge planning and care

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required (CCS requirement).
• Minimum of three years RN pediatric nursing or related experience.
• Proven ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and professional conduct.
• Computer literate with MS Word, Outlook, internet use; experience with EHRs.
• High level organizational skills; capable of meeting deadlines and working independently.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical care for Pediatric Brain Center clinic patients.
• Screen patient referrals and coordinate evaluations for timely care.
• Ensure efficient patient care flow and patient education for families.
• Act as liaison between inpatient and outpatient nursing staff.
• Assist in development of patient care standards and practices.
• Communicate with ancillary services to resolve problems and optimize resources.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary care among pediatrics neurology and neurosurgery teams.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Leadership

Education

BSN

Tools

EHRs

MS Word

Outlook

Internet use

Job description

Job Description

Under general supervision, guided by the policies and procedures of the Medical Center and Ambulatory Services, and in collaboration with the physician staff and administrative management, the PediatricNeurosurgery Nurse works independently to coordinate the clinical care for Pediatric Brain Center clinic patients. The nurse will utilize a high level of clinical knowledge to screen patient referrals, coordinate patient evaluations, ensure efficient patient care flow, provide patient education, and act as the liaison between the inpatient and outpatient nursing staff to ensure continuity of care for patients and their families. In addition, the Clinical Nurse II will assist in the development of patient care standards and practices.

Under general supervision, guided by the policies and procedures of the Medical Center and Ambulatory Services, and in collaboration with the physician staff and administrative management, the PediatricNeurosurgery Nurse works independently to coordinate the clinical care for Pediatric Brain Center clinic patients. The nurse will utilize a high level of clinical knowledge to screen patient referrals, coordinate patient evaluations, ensure efficient patient care flow, provide patient education, and act as the liaison between the inpatient and outpatient nursing staff to ensure continuity of care for patients and their families. In addition, the Clinical Nurse II will assist in the development of patient care standards and practices. The nurse will communicate with ancillary support services, to identify and resolve problems maximizing the efficient utilization of resources. The nurse will coordinate the interdisciplinary care needed for pediatric neurology and neurosurgery patients and will work closely with child neurology, pediatric neurosurgery, neurodiagnostics, neuropsychology, social work and other members of the health care team. The nurses consistently projects a professional and courteous demeanor and demonstrates investment in the success and overall movement forward of the Pediatric Brain Center. The Pediatric Neurosurgery Nurse complies with the Medical Center House and Telephone Standards.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of recent RN clinical employment experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience with pediatric nursing, care coordination, ambulatory practice, discharge planning, or case management experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (CCS requirement)
• Proven ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Excellent communication skills (written & verbal) and professional conduct.
• Computer literate (esp. MS Word, Outlook, and internet use) and experience with EHRs
• High level organizational skills, proficiency in meeting deadlines, ability to work independently and prioritize workload.
• Demonstrated clinical competence including effective leadership, teaching, and communication skills or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent Pediatric Neurosurgery experience
• Recent Pediatric Neurology experience
• Recent Pediatric Emergency Department (ED) experience

Licenses/Certifications

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
• Current healthcare AHA provider CPR certification

About Us

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.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of 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.

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