Registered Nurse

Neuroscience Specialty Unit

Full Time

77866BR

Job Summary

Utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams; carries out established nursing procedures and preforms related duties as required; performs nursing care for the patient with more complex needs with assistance and supervision. Assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing team.

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Department Description

The Neurosciences Specialty Unit is a primary site for patients admitted to the Neurology, Neurovascular and Neurosurgical services. This is an acuity adaptable unit and will have patients who may require neurological assessment and care on a more frequent basis and on a more complex level than the acute care areas but do not require placement in an Intensive Care Unit.

The level of skill of staff members require the ability to perform complex neuro assessments, astute observations and compassionate caring for patients.

The unit has 24 beds with cardiac telemetry and intracranial pressure monitoring capability.

Required Qualifications

• 2-years' experience as a registered nurse and at minimum 1-year of step-down, progressive care transitional care or higher level of care experience
• Telemetry/cardiac monitoring proficiency
• The flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Health locations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with neurologically impaired patients and performing detailed neuro assessments
• BSN
• CNRN (certified neuro RN) or PCCN (progressive care specialty certification)

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

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.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

009139 CLIN NURSE 2

Job Category

Nursing - Adult Services, Nursing - Adult Transitional Care / Stepdown / Intermediate Care

Bargaining Unit

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

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

90%

Location

Parnassus Heights (SF)

Shift

Nights, Weekends

Shift Length

12 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday; Weekends