Registered Nurse - Pediatric Brain Center

Job Opportunity At UCSF

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; carries out established nursing procedures and performs related duties as required; performs nursing care for patients with more complex needs with assistance and supervision. Assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing team.

Responsibilities

Responsible for maintaining the knowledge and abilities essential to the performance of stated behaviors. Carries out legal responsibilities within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act. Accountable to the NURSE SVC SUPV 2 for overall work performance.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• BSN from accredited School of Nursing
• Minimum of five (5) years of RN clinical employment experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience with pediatric neurology nursing, care coordination, pediatric ambulatory practice, discharge planning, or case management experience within the past 5 years.
• 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
• Efficient In Basket and Pool management skills to support timely, safe, and effective care delivery.
• 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.
• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Recent Pediatric Neurology experience
• Recent Neuro-immunology experience
• Recent Headache Program experience
• CPN certification
• CNRN certification
• Fluent in Spanish

Licenses/Certifications:

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

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 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: