Infusion Clinic RN (CLIN NURSE 2

Job Summary

The CN identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations, directs and acts as resource to other members of the nursing team as assigned and promotes compliance and support for policies. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care;

delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations.

The CN identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations, directs and acts as resource to other members of the nursing team as assigned and promotes compliance and support for policies. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care;

delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations.

Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care.

Provides direct patient care to a diversified patient population. Applies knowledge, experience and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, set priorities, and use abstract thought to evaluate clinical situations. Participates in patient and staff education. Demonstrates leadership skills. Demonstrates accountability for own practices as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.

• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certification- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification (or within 6 months of hire)
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• At least two (2) years of recent infusion experience.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately.
• Knowledge of current trends in nursing.
• Commitment to excellence in patient care.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates accountability and professionalism.
• Adapts to change in a positive, professional and productive manner.
• Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation.
• Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical) and physiological characteristics specific to the patients.
• Mastery or relational competencies

• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN), Ambulatory Care Nursing Certification (AMB-BC™)
• BSN
• At least two (2) years of recent ambulatory infusion experience

• 70% - Nursing Process and Practice
• 15% - Quality and Evidence-Based Practice
• 5% - Leadership
• 5% - Professional Development
• 5% - Research

Nurses in the Folsom Infusion department at UC Davis Medical Center provide care to adult patients with diverse medical needs, including oncology, non-oncology, hematology, neurology, gastroenterology, and various other diagnoses. The Folsom Infusion department features 18 treatment chairs and 2 private bedrooms dedicated to infusion services.

This position will provide therapeutic infusion treatments to oncology and non-oncology patients spanning a variety of medical diagnosis. Treatments also include but are not limited to: therapeutic phlebotomies, dressing changes, hydration, and other acute needs.

• Salary or Pay Range: $77.41 - $104.16
• Salary Frequency:
  Hourly
• Salary Grade: 114
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  CLIN NURSE 2
• UC Job Code: 009139
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type:
  Staff:
  Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule):
  Monday-Saturday
• Location:
  
  Folsom MOB (1426
  
  FOLSO)
• Union Representation: NX-Nurses
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

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