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 Rectal Cancer Multidisciplinary Team Nurse Coordinator is responsible for all activities associated with rectal cancer patient care: physician/team compliance, data management/integrity, standards evaluation/compliance and working with patents and family members. Coordinates the clinical logistics of rectal cancer care and works in tandem with the Rectal Cancer Program Director as well as physicians and nurses who provide hands-on clinical care to patients. Applies clinical nursing background and data management knowledge to serve as liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and patients. Serves as a resource and mentor to the nursing staff by providing guidance, instruction, training, work-review and leading staff regarding best practices for rectal cancer care.

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 oncology experience required.

• Care Coordination experience and experience providing educational services to patients and families regarding current clinical condition and or disease process.

• Demonstrated experience collaborating with the multidisciplinary team.

• Must have current knowledge of chemotherapy protocols.

• Must have strong knowledge of cancer care, diagnosis, and treatment.

• Must have the ability to recognize and manage oncologic emergencies.

• Proficiency with Windows-based software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook. Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.

• Must have positive communication and telephone skills and positive stress management and coping skills.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BSN

• Outpatient experience.

• Surgical oncology experience.

• OCN/BMTCN certification.

• Telephonic Nursing experience.

• Performance and quality improvement experience.

• Epic Experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work with terminally ill patients.
• Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, and various locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Selected candidate may be hired at the CNIII or CNIV level pending review and approval by the Nurse Executive Council.

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.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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