Updated: Dec 7, 2023
Location: Orange
Job Type:
Department: Cancer Center - GYN Oncology

Job Description: 

UC Title: CASE MGR EX

Position Number: 40931236

Reports to: Ambulatory Care Patient Mgr 2

Working Title: Case Manager

Cost Center: Cancer Center - GYN Oncology (427703) 

Bargaining Unit: UPTE

FLSA: Exempt

Date Created: 4/18/2023

Job Code: 007870

Hours: 40

Shift: Not Applicable

FTE: 1

Position Summary:

The incumbent functions independently providing direct and indirect patient care based on the nursing process for the Gynecogical Oncology Service in H.H. Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center.Functions as the primary contact for patients. Provides education as needed to the patients/family related to cancer care, diagnostic procedures, medication/chemo treatment 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 & surgery, therapy & chemotherapy protocols, hospitalization, anticipated discharge needs and follow up in the physician offices.Supports the faculty in clinic for every patient care session. Occasionally performs scheduling of office visits and procedures.The nurse coordinator is accountable for the quality of nursing practice. Provides nursing services as needed and assists with other activities as assigned to help grow the practice and the referrals to UCI.

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our: 

Compensation practices (https://www.hr.uci.edu/partnership/totalrewards/compensation.php) and 

Benefits (https://careersucirvine.ttcportals.com/pages/benefits). 

Salary Range: 

Annual RateMinimum$125,363.52Midpoint$145,408.32Maximum $165,432.24

Required Qualifications:

All external candidates must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Current California RN license

Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English

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

Ability to maintain flexibility and work well in a constantly changing environment

Ability to work effectively with colleagues, physicians and others as part of a care team

Ability to maintain attendance standards of the organization to support organizational goals.

Current BLS certification

Preferred Qualifications: 

Knowledge of care and treatment for gynecological oncology patients

Specialty certification in Oncology Nursing

ONS Chemotherapy & Biotherapy certification

Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families

Understanding of JCAHO requirements

BSN or MSN in Nursing

Working experience in an outpatient clinical setting

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page:https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. 

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI’s Employee Experience Center (EEC) at [email protected] or at (949) 824-0500, Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Physical, Mental, & Environmental Demands

To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.