Registered Nurse - Gastroenterology

SOM - Gastroenterology

Full Time

78207BR

Job Summary

The Clinical Nurse in Gastroenterology utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams; carries out established nursing procedures and performs related duties as required; performs nursing care for patients with more complex needs with assistance and supervision. Assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing team.

The Clinical Nurse is accountable for their own practice and has primary responsibility for utilizing nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of safe patient care in the outpatient clinical setting. They carry out established nursing procedures and performs related duties as required and performs nursing care for patients with complex needs. The Clinical Nurse is recognized as a leader and clinical resource and demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the practice and organization. The Clinical Nurse serves as resource for all clinical staff and initiates and participates in patient and staff education.

The Clinical Nurse must have the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks and work well with staff, patients, and providers.  A high degree of independence, initiative, assertiveness, and diplomacy are necessary in dealing with faculty, staff, and patients in a complex environment.  They work with physician leadership in setting and accomplishing annual goals.  They work with staff to develop, monitor and maintain systems pertaining to all aspects of nursing care for the practice.  The Clinical Nurse ensures a safe environment for patients and staff.  The Clinical Nurse is responsible for providing direct nursing care to patients in the GI Motility Lab. Duties include review of incoming referrals, communicating with patients via phone calls and APeX messages.  The Clinical Nurse communicates with the referring practices and patients as needed for patient appointments. The Clinical Nurse provides education to patients regarding their illnesses, procedure preparation and patient medications.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Required Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year clinical RN experience
• Minimum of one (1) year of Ambulatory or GI experience
• Active Registered Nurse licensure in the State of California
• Active American Heart Association CPR Certification
• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

License/Certification

• Active Registered Nurse licensure in the State of California
• Active American Heart Association CPR Certification

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

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 our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, 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 at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco 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, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

009139 CLIN NURSE 2

Job Category

Nursing - Ambulatory Services/Outpatient

Bargaining Unit

California Nurses Association (CNA) - Registered Nurses Unit (NX)

Additional Shift Details

Monday-Friday