(RN) Registered Nurse - Oncology Clinics

Payroll Title CLIN NURSE 2 Department Cancer Ctr Admin Hiring Pay Scale $66.25 - $92.86 / Hour Worksite Moores Cancer Center Appointment Type Career Appointment Percent 80% Union NX Contract Total Openings 2 Work Schedule Days, 10-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday #140125 (RN) Registered Nurse - Oncology Clinics Filing Deadline: Mon 6/22/2026 Apply Now UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply. UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 6/17/2026 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. Current UC San Diego Health CNA (NX) represented RN/NP applicants will be considered after the first 7 days of job posting. All additional applicants will be considered after 14 days of job posting, pending the status of the initial internal CNA (NX) represented applicant pool. Description UC San Diego Health is a Magnet-designated organization, which is a prestigious recognition that applies to only 10% of all U.S. hospitals. Magnet is the “gold standard” for nursing excellence and is based on strengths in five key areas, which include transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements, and empirical outcomes. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011. The Oncology Nursing Float Pool Clinic RNs will work within all domains of outpatient cancer services (clinics, BMT, Radiation Oncology) to provide competent, confident patient care excellence in coverage of FMLAs or leaves greater than 2 weeks. These positions require dynamic, experienced oncology RNs with previous oncology and/or infusion experience, exceptional verbal and written communication skills with team members, patients, and families in the application of top of license care, including but not limited to: assessment, care coordination planning, intervention, evaluation, and patient/family education. Expected float locations: Encinitas, Vista, La Jolla Moores Cancer Center & KOP, Hillcrest, and Rancho Bernardo. While not required, a cover letter is highly recommended when applying to this position. Minimum Qualifications Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. RN License issued by the State of California. BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date. Minimum two (2) years of Hematology, Oncology, and/or BMT experience required. Experience in a fast-paced, high acuity outpatient environment with vulnerable patients. Care Coordination experience. Must have strong knowledge of cancer care, diagnoses, and treatment. Must have the ability to recognize and respond to oncologic emergencies using sound clinical judgment. Must have positive communication and telephone skills, with effective stress-management and coping abilities in a dynamic clinical setting. Strong interpersonal skills, consistently demonstrating empathy and kindness in all interactions with staff and patients. Preferred Qualifications BSN ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy certification with current knowledge of chemotherapy protocols OCN/BMTCN certification Special Conditions Must be able to work with vulnerable patients throughout their cancer journey. Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, and various locations based on business needs. Float locations include: Encinitas, Vista, La Jolla Moores Cancer Center & KOP, Hillcrest, and Rancho Bernardo. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and a pre-employment physical. Selected candidate may be hired at the CNIII level pending review and approval by the Nurse Executive Council. Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: $138,330 - $193,892 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $66.25 - $92.86 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. 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