What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Nurse 2 position at University of California Irvine Health System?
Overview
Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.
The Department of Dermatology at UCI School of Medicine is committed to advancing education, research and clinical care to help people with diverse dermatological conditions. The department's faculty is actively engaged in clinical, translational and basic research as principal investigators. Our faculty work in the Dermatology Clinical Research Center, which is involved in all phases of clinical testing, including Food and Drug Administration approval of investigational drugs and lasers, new indications for drugs, over-the-counter products and pharmaceuticals for cosmetic use.
Responsibilities
The Dermatologic Nurse provides patient care to assigned groups of patients undergoing dermatological assessment and procedures. The candidate will assist MDs in pre- and post- procedures. Responsible for the clinical aspect of patient care, responsible for patient care with the Excimer treatment and various other laser machines with their scope of practice, including phone and walk-in triage. Functions as a Patient Care Coordinator as requested by the supervisor/manager, and acts as a clinical resource to staff. The candidate is capable of working independently and in a team environment.
Qualifications
Required:
- Ability to maintain an efficient work pace appropriate to the workload, supporting high patient volume of the Dermatology providers.
- Organizational skills to establish workload priorities to facilitate multiple functions and deadlines in a timely manner. Including assigned collateral duties.
- Knowledge of clinical and surgical procedures, routine lab and surgical instruments used to administer patient care and testing. Adhering to infection control techniques using appropriate PPE.
- Demonstrate knowledge of aseptic and sterile technique, surgical instrumentation and equipment, preoperative and postoperative patient care as well as follow up for continuity of patient care.
- Experience with computer programs such as Signature, Inform and Enhance, ACTS/RTS, Excel, EMR.
- Demonstrate high level of customer service skills appropriate to the job at all times.
- Demonstrates a positive and caring attitude to assist patients and the family until their needs are met.
- Current California RN license
- BLS Certified, American Heart Association
- 1 year experience in Dermatology
Preferred:
- Bilingual English/Spanish.
- Flexibility to work variable shifts.
- Member / Certified Dermatologic Nurses Association ( DNA ).
- Knowledge/experience with QA. Chart and Medication Audit
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and to interact on sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy.
- HIPAA compliant and knowledge of Joint Commission standards including Federal and State Health Regulations. Clear understanding and adherence to University Policies and Procedures.
- Must be a Team player, able to work independently and collaboratively with all clinic and supporting staff.
- Knowledge/experience of dermatology including surgery, light therapy, lasers, cosmetics, etc.
- Experience with infusion orders and Medical prior authorizations
- 1-3 years Medical, Cosmetic Dermatologic background, Procedures and Micrographic Surgery work experience.
- 1-3 years Experience with excimer treatments is highly preferred. Aesthetic Lasers and Cosmetic procedures.
- 1-3 years Demonstrated wound care management in an ambulatory setting, Previous experience in OR/recovery.
Total Compensation
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
Conditions of Employment
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
- Background Check and Live Scan
- Employment Misconduct*
- Legal Right to work in the United States
- Vaccination Policies
- Smoking and Tobacco Policy
- Drug Free Environment
*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
- California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
- E-Verify
- Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
The University of California, Irvine 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, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.
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