Nurse Coordinator - Radiation Oncology
San Francisco, CA, United States
Nurse Coordinator - Radiation Oncology
Radiation Oncology
Full Time
78428BR
Job Summary
Under general direction and in collaboration with the multidisciplinary Radiation Oncology team, the Nurse Coordinator provides expert nursing care for Radiation/Oncology patients with a variety of complex treatment options. The nurse coordinator serves as a contact point for new patients, family members, referring physicians, department physicians, RTT's and other Radiation Oncology team members as well as a contact point for the coordination and facilitation of the care of the patient in specialty and procedural areas outside of Oncology. The Nurse Coordinator provides leadership for collaborative and multidisciplinary patient care with emphasis on education and continuity of patient care for the entire period of treatment and survivorship. The Nurse Coordinator is responsible for monitoring and coordinating the care of Radiation Oncology patients to ensure they reach their maximum health potential before, during and after treatment.
Specific daily responsibilities include triaging patient calls and lab results, coordinating studies and specialty referrals, notifying Providers of any upcoming orders needed, providing initial and ongoing patient education. Directing the coordination of care for the patient across disciplines, and care continuum as needed. Nurse coordinators will focus on new patient referrals, coordinating their care through multimodality treatments and ensuring they move efficiently and safely through their care journey.
This position will support the Radiation Oncology team by communicating with patients on behalf of providers. The nurse will coordinate changes to treatment plans as delegated by the provider. The nurse coordinator will educate patient on any changes and document in the EHR.
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Required Qualifications
Minimum of three (3) years of recent RN clinical employment experience with a minimum of one year of experience in ambulatory Oncology
Knowledge of malignant hematology, and immunosuppressive therapy and associated side effects in adult patients
Proven organizational skills with the ability to accept full responsibility for a defined and delegated area and patient caseload
Proven ability to work effectively with physicians and other support staff
Excellent communication skills (written & verbal) and professional conduct
Computer literate (esp. MS Word, Outlook and internet use) and willingness/ability to learn all EHRs as needed
Excellent organizational skills, proficiency in meeting deadlines, ability to work independently and prioritize workload
Demonstrated clinical competence including effective leadership, teaching, and communication skills or an equivalent combination of education and experience
This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Health locations
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum three (3) years of Oncology experience
Prior Radiation Oncology experience
MS in Nursing with a focus in adult nursing practice or leadership
BSN
OCN certification
License/Certification
Active Registered Nurse licensure in the State of California
Active American Heart Association CPR Certification
About UCSF
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Organization
Health
Job Code and Payroll Title
009141 NURSE CRD
Job Category
Nursing - Ambulatory Services/Outpatient
Bargaining Unit
California Nurses Association (CNA) - Registered Nurses Unit (NX)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
100%
Location
Mission Bay (SF)
Shift
Days
Shift Length
8 Hours
Additional Shift Details
Monday-Friday
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