Thoracic Surgery Nurse Navigator

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

Job summary

UCSF Health seeks a Clinical Nurse II, Nurse Navigator for the Thoracic Surgery Outpatient Clinic. Under supervision, you will mentor staff and coordinate care for oncology patients, guiding them through referrals and supportive services.

This role requires extensive oncology and ambulatory care nursing experience, leadership in a multidisciplinary team, and commitment to safety and patient education within UCSF Medical Center locations.

Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of recent RN adult oncology experience.
• Three (3) or more years of recent RN adult ambulatory care experience.
• Total RN experience of five (5) years or more.
• Current California RN licensure and healthcare provider CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Act as Nurse Navigator within the Thoracic Surgery Outpatient Clinic.
• Coordinate patient care across oncology services and referrals.
• Assess patients during referral and match needs with appropriate services.
• Lead interdisciplinary collaboration and uphold patient safety standards.

Skills

Critical thinking

Care coordination

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Registered Nurse license (California)

Job description

Oct 07, 2026

Description & Requirements

Job Description

Under general supervision of the Medical Director and Associate Director of Clinical Operations, guided by the policies and procedures of the Ambulatory Services, and in collaboration with the physician staff and senior clinical nursing staff, the Clinical Nurse (CN) performs the role of a Nurse Navigator within the Thoracic Surgery Outpatient Clinic. The CNII, Nurse Navigator demonstrates critical thinking and uses the nursing process to assess and meet the needs of patients by providing care coordination for patients being referred to the Thoracic Surgery Clinic. She/he will assess patients in the early stage of the referral process to match unmet needs with appropriate services and referrals and support services, such as dietitians, providers, social work, and financial services. Utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams.

The Thoracic Surgery Nurse Navigator serves in a leadership role and coordinates patient care for an assigned adult Oncology outpatient population. This nurse is experienced and highly skilled with knowledge and understanding of the cancer disease process, the major treatment modalities, symptom management, supportive care, and patient education. This nurse will have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the surgical process, supportive care, and patient education. At this operational level, the nurse proactively embraces the Oncology Nursing Society/Standards of Oncology Nursing practice and surgery standards 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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: - Three (3) or more years of recent RN adult oncology experience. - Three (3) or more years of recent RN adult ambulatory care experience. - A minimum of five (5) years of total RN experience. - This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations. Preferred Qualifications: - Two (2) or more years of RN experience in outpatient thoracic surgery - OCN, or other relevant specialty certification Licensure/Certifications: - Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. - Current healthcare provider CPR certification

License / Certification

Registered Nurse

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.

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 https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , 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 https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

EEO Statement

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.