Oncology Ambulatory Care Nurse

Position Summary The incumbent functions independently providing direct and indirect patient care based on the nursing process for patients in the clinic. Incumbent is accountable for the quality of nursing practice and functions as the primary contact for oncology patients. Provides education as needed to the patients/family related to cancer care, diagnostic procedures, medication/chemotherapy and other complex aspects of the plan of care. The nurse incorporates the psycho-motor and age appropriate cognitive skills of the patient/family/significant other utilizing knowledge of patient assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation. Assures that the continuum of care process is complete to include: pre-procedure, chemotherapy protocols, hospitalization, anticipated discharge needs and follow up in the physician offices. Supports the faculty in clinic for every patient care session. Provides nursing services as needed and assists with other activities as assigned to help grow the practice.

Required Qualifications Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties

Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job

Minimum 6 months experience working as an RN in an Inpatient or Outpatient Oncology setting OR 1 Year clinical experience and recent completion of cancer basics class from Oncology Nursing Society within previous year

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Current CA RN license

All external candidates must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Preferred Qualifications Oncology/Hematologic Malignancies patient population knowledge

Oncology Nurse Certification

Knowledge of complications associated with hematological oncology conditions

Demonstrated knowledge of immunosuppressive therapies and care of the post-transplant patient

Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families

These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. 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 categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

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