RN - Community Oncology Practice at University of California - Los Angeles Medical Centers in Santa Barbara, California

Job Description:

Responsibilities

As a Clinical Nurse, you will provide direct nursingrncare, infusion therapy and related care to patients in our Community OncologyrnPractice. You will be responsible for patient assessment and evaluation, preparationrnand administration of chemotherapeutic agents and other intravenous drugs, patientrneducation and psychosocial support. Qualifications

* California RN license

* BSN or MSN highly preferred

* BCLS certification

* ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification

* Ability to push, pull or carry 30 pounds or more

* Ability to float to other locations within a certain radius as needed for staffing issues

* Knowledge of the Oncology patient population and practice operations

* Background with all aspects of infusion therapy in an oncology setting

* Excellent blood withdrawal and IV skills

* Knowledge and skill in central line catheters

* OCN Certification, PICC Line Certification (preferred)

* 2 years of recent acute care/outpatient oncology experience (preferred)

UCLA 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, disability, or protected Veteran status.