Registered Nurse

Pediatric - Rheumatology

Full Time

77002BR

Job Summary

Under general supervision, guided by the policies and procedures of the Medical Center and Ambulatory Services, and in collaboration with providers and administrative management, the Ambulatory Rheumatology Nurse Care Coordinator (CNII) works autonomously, utilizing the nursing process, to assess, plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate patient care within the ambulatory setting.  The Ambulatory Rheumatology Nurse Care Coordinator (CNII)  will utilize a high level of clinical knowledge to fulfill patient needs, ensure efficient patient care, and provide patient education when necessary. The Ambulatory Rheumatology Nurse Care Coordinator (CNII) will act as a patient advocate and as a liaison between insurance companies, inpatient/outpatient services, patients/families and all other necessary healthcare services to manage and facilitate efficient and timely coordination of care. In addition, the Clinical Nurse II will assist in the development of patient care standards and practices.

The Ambulatory Rheumatology Nurse Care Coordinator (CNII) is responsible for coordinating outpatient services and needs for a panel of pediatric Rheumatology patients and providers in the ambulatory setting. Their responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting with insurance authorizations and medication prior authorizations, managing and coordinating CCS comprehensive panel visits, providing comprehensive patient/parent education/teaching, contacting home health companies, assuring DME and other home supplies are adequate, assisting with medication refill requests, and assisting in the overall coordination of timely patient care.

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

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Required Qualifications

• Minimum of one year full-time RN experience in pediatric inpatient setting
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse as defined by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
• Bachelor’s of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• Recent experience in the use of electronic medical record documentation
• Recent experience with managing patients in the outpatient setting
• Experience in managing Central line access and care, drawing labs
• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and fluency in working with computers
• Knowledge of UCSF and APEX

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, Nursing - Pediatric Services, Nursing - Pediatric-Other

Bargaining Unit

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

Location

Flexible (combination of onsite and remote work), Mission Bay (SF)

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday