"Clinical Nurse II - Infusion Center - FT Days"

Position Summary

Reporting to the Cancer Center supervisor, the clinical nurse provides patient care to an assigned group of patients in the Cancer Center. 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. Assists in patient research accural by varied projects and reviewing patient schedules against available protocols. Acts as a role model to students and Clinical Nurse's new to the unit. Functions as a (PCC)Patient Care Coordinator as requested by the supervisor/manager.

What It Takes to be Successful

Total Compensation

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 and benefits.

Required Qualifications

• One year of Oncology experience or one year of MedSurg experience and completion of OCN Cancer Basics class
• 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 of six months demonstrated nursing experience
• Knowledge and practice of body mechanics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Demonstrated knowledge and practice of infection control techniques
• Current chemotheropy/biotherapy card required within 3 months of hire
• Current California RN license
• Current BLS certification
• All external candidates must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues, physicians and others as part of a care team
• Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of JCAHO requirements
• Oncology Certification
• Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms
• Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families