Per Diem Registered Nurse

General Information

Job Name Per Diem Registered Nurse Department 1383030 - M MED ZSFG AIDS Position type Per Diem Workplace Fully On-Site Primary Location San Francisco, CA, United States Job ID 3288

Description & Requirements

Job Description

Under the direction of the Ward 86 Nurse Manager, the Registered Nurse (RN) will work in a primary care setting, delivering comprehensive nursing care within a multi-disciplinary team structure. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing direct patient care, administering medications, coordinating patient care, conducting assessments, and managing sexually transmitted diseases. The RN will also provide patient education and actively participate in quality improvement initiatives related to triage and other programs as required. Attendance at relevant meetings will be expected as part of this role.

ABOUT WARD 86 CLINIC 

Ward 86, the HIV/AIDS Clinic at the Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center (ZSFG) campus has been a leader and innovator in field of HIV care since the beginning of the epidemic. Ward 86 is the largest clinic providing primary medical care for people living with HIV for the San Francisco Health Network (SFHN) and also provide preventive services to patients at-risk for HIV infection, including pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). Ward 86 provides care to approximately 2500 patients living with HIV, with over 24,000 clinical encounters a year. Services are offered through a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach, addressing primary medical and HIV care, urgent care, mental health evaluation and treatment, substance use assessment, treatment and referrals, HIV prevention services, and HIV specialty care needs (including on-site Pulmonary, Dermatology and Cardiology clinics), and psycho-social assessment and interventions.

ABOUT DIVISION OF HIV, INFECTIOUS DISEASES AND GLOBAL MEDICINE

The Division of HIV, Infectious Diseases and Global Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is an internationally recognized global leader in clinical care, research, and education. With its home-base located at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center (ZSFG), the Division has been ranked as the top facility in the country for AIDS care since 1983. The Division’s work is featured frequently in the media, and it is often visited by numerous international, national, state, and local dignitaries and delegations. The Division consists of approximately 38 faculty members, 16 fellows/postdoctoral scholars and 170 academic and staff employees. It is the largest Division of the Department of Medicine (DOM) at ZSFG, with a total expenditure budget of approximately $52 million dollars.

Qualifications Required Qualifications - One year of clinical experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. - Experience working with patients living with HIV/AIDS. - Experience working with patients with complex mental health conditions, including substance use disorders. - Experience working with patients experiencing homelessness or unstable housing. - Experience working with patients requiring STI management. - Experience with administration of long acting injectable medications. Preferred Qualifications - Fluency in Spanish. - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher. - HIV/AIDS Certified Registered Nurse (ACRN) Certification. - Two (2) years experience as a Registered Nurse in a primary care setting. Required Licenses and/or Certifications - CA Registered Nurse (RN) License. - Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. - AHA Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification. License / Certification Registered Nurse 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 https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , 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 https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. EEO 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.

Additional Details

Job Code NURSE PD (009119) Assignment Category Per Diem IAP Level None Job Family Nursing Campus 1 Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG) Percentage (%) 100 Shift Length 8 hours Shift Type Day Bargaining Unit NX