The Adult Infusion center at Parnassus services the malignant and nonmalignant hematology population at UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center as well as any non-oncology infusion needs of patients at UCSF. The treatments include but are not limited to chemotherapy, biotherapy, immunotherapy, blood transfusions, hydration and electrolyte therapy, injections and blood draws, enzymes and iron infusions, and antibiotics. The center consists of 30+ chairs/beds and treatments include research and standard of care infusions. The infusion centers are staffed by Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Medical Assistants, and Practice Coordinators.
The Outpatient Infusion Clinical Nurse II delivers direct patient care to an assigned adult infusion outpatient population. This nurse is experienced and highly skilled with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the cancer and non cancer disease process, the major treatment modalities, symptom management, supportive care, and patient education. The nurse utilizes an interdisciplinary approach across the continuum of care with adherence to National Patient Safety Goals set forth by regulatory requirements. The nurse is recognized and utilized as a clinical resource and demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization
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- Three (3) or more years of adult Oncology Nursing experience
- OCN Certification or other relevant specialty certification
- Experience administering chemotherapy/biotherapy
- Membership in professional organizations
- Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certification
- Current Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Certification within six (6) months of hire date
- Two (2) or more years of recent direct patient care as an RN experience in oncology
- Ability to triage basic oncology symptoms and issues related to oncology treatments
- Two (2) or more years’ experience in apheresis and stem cell collection and Cart cell collection
- Experience administering infusions, pain management, transfusion therapy, hydration, etc.
- Knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to this position
- Demonstrates evidence of basic analytic thinking necessary to care for a group of complex patients such as oncology and a high degree of attention to detail
- Must demonstrate observational skills and the ability to set priorities. Ability to function independently and effectively with shifting priorities and considerable pressure
- Must be able to function under stress and with strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Must demonstrate effective skills in applying hospital standards in area of service, team work, communication, respect for others, and time/priority management. See also Living Pride Standards
- Ability to delegate tasks in a style that is consistent with promoting leadership and teamwork, seeking assistance as needed; ability to demonstrate leadership experience that support teamwork, professionalism, high quality patient experience, evidence based clinical practice, or other relevant topics
- Demonstrates ability to develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with physicians, nurses, and other medical staff. Contributes to team building through participation in unit programs and meetings; contributes to positive morale, using constructive and effective conflict resolution skills
- Demonstrates ability to remain current in professional and technical knowledge and apply this to the job; looks for opportunities for continual improvement in patient care, the work environment, and a commitment to lifelong learning in the field of nursing
- The flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Health locations