(RN) Registered Nurse - Encinitas Infusion

Payroll Title CLIN NURSE 2 Department FACULTY PRACTICE ONCOLOGY Hiring Pay Scale $66.25 - $92.86 / Hour Worksite Encinitas Appointment Type Career Appointment Percent 80% Union NX Contract Total Openings 1 Work Schedule Days, 8‑Hour Shifts, Monday‑Friday 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. This position requires giving chemotherapy, biotherapy, clinical trials infusion, and other infusion‑related services, as well as blood work, dressing change, and injections in a fast‑paced outpatient infusion center setting. This position also requires caring for post‑Bone Marrow Transplant patients. This position requires the ability to respond to and handle urgent medical emergencies. Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously, consistent with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care. Position is for infusion centers in North County. 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. Current California RN license. BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date. ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy certification with recent experience (within the last 6 months). Minimum one (1) year of recent (within the last 6 months) oncology infusion center or acute care oncology experience actively administering a wide variety of chemotherapy regimens and corresponding knowledge of oncology diagnoses and treatments. Must have proven independent thinking, decision‑making, problem‑solving, and prioritizing skills. Must be able to function in a fast‑paced environment, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and consistently demonstrate empathy and kindness to all staff and patients. Preferred Qualifications BSN. Recent infusion center experience. BMT experience. Clinical Trials Infusion experience. OCN certification. Special Conditions Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre‑employment physical. Must be able to work at least 3 weekend days a month. Must be able to float to Hillcrest Infusion if needed. Selected candidates may be hired at the CNIII level pending review and approval by the Nurse Executive Council. Pay 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. 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). Additional Employment Requirements and Policies If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. If applicable, life‑support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessment; online‑only certification is not acceptable. EOO and Anti‑Discrimination 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. For the University of California’s Anti‑Discrimination Policy, please visit UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. 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