Job DescriptionUW Medical Center-Northwest has an outstanding opportunity for an
Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). The CNS will be our
Subject Matter Expert on all matters surrounding oncology care.
WORK SCHEDULE- Full time / 100% FTE
- Primarily day shifts Monday-Friday
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS- This is a highly visible position, serving as an expert clinical resource for RNs and other healthcare staff
- The CNS will work with key stakeholders, shaping the way we approach cancer care
- UW Medicine is proud to foster a culture that is innovative and collaborative - this position will play a key role in our commitment to providing world class patient care
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES- Maintains subject matter expertise on chemotherapy administration, chemotherapy certification, vascular access care, and care management of inpatient and ambulatory oncology patients
- Develops evidence-based protocols, promotes clinical standards, and evaluates outcomes
- Develops collaborative, collegial relationships with leadership and staff at UW Medical Center-Northwest, UW Medical Center-Montlake, and Fred Hutch Cancer Research Center
- Remains current on evidence-based research and literature, and brings evidence-based information to the clinical setting
- Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates oncology-related educational offerings, including staff education days, online learning modules, and annual competencies
- Tracks quality indicator data and evaluates quality outcomes
- Oversees house-wide initiatives related to oncology care, including the evaluation of new medical products
- Fosters collegial relations with CNS staff across our campus and in other hospitals or agencies
- Contributes clinical expertise and nursing perspectives to committees and workgroups, including Sepsis, Education Council, Local Practice Council, and Professional Practice Council
- Leads or co-leads projects and initiatives that impact oncology patient outcomes
REQUIREMENTS- Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)
- Active licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Washington State
- 3-5 years of oncology-related nursing experience
- An active chemotherapy administration certification
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWESTUW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center-Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring
Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and
Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.
Teamwork. Community. Opportunity.Compensation, Benefits and Position DetailsPay Range Minimum:$140,004.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum:$183,000.00 annual
Other Compensation:Benefits:For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Shift:First Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular?This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit:Not Applicable
