University of California San Diego

(RN) Registered Nurse - Medical Oncology PCU - 141665

Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing.
  • California RN License.
  • BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at hire; commitment to obtain UCSD ART within 6 months.
  • Chemotherapy Certification required or commitment to start certification within 6 months and achieve it in one year.
  • Minimum two years recent experience in inpatient oncology or one year experience in oncology, Palliative care, or IMU/PCU accepted if applicant pool is insufficient.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct patient care in the Medical Oncology PCU.
  • Administer chemotherapy and other specialized treatments as needed.
  • Monitor patient conditions and implement nursing interventions.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
  • Evaluate patient responses to interventions and adjust care plans accordingly.
  • Document patient care accurately and timely in medical records.
  • Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives within the department.

Benefits

  • Career appointment with potential for advancement.
  • Work schedule includes 12-hour shifts, providing longer days off.
  • Access to a collaborative healthcare environment at Jacobs Medical Center.
  • Future professional development opportunities including certifications.
  • Participation in a union with potential collective benefits.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans.
Full Job Description
Payroll Title:
CLIN NURSE 2 Department:
JACOBS MEDICAL CENTER 5FG-PCU Hiring Pay Scale
$66.25 - $92.86 / Hour Worksite:
Jacobs Medical Center Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
90% Union:
NX Contract Total Openings:
2 Work Schedule:
Days, 12-Hour Shifts, Sunday-Saturday

#141665 (RN) Registered Nurse - Medical Oncology PCU
Filing Deadline: Mon 10/5/2026
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Must be a graduate from an accredited school of Nursing.
  • RN License issued by the State of California.
  • BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to get UCSD ART within six (6) months of hire date.
  • Chemotherapy Certification at time of hire or commitment to initiate the certification process within 6 months of hire date and to achieve certification within one (1) year of hire date.
  • Must have a minimum of two (2) years recent experience in inpatient oncology (within the last 2 years). (If insufficient applicant pool, department may consider RNs with one (1) year of experience within the specialty of oncology, Palliative care or IMU/PCU.)
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to manage multiple levels of information and responsibilities, and to quickly assess moderately-complex problems to develop potential solutions.
  • Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment, have excellent interpersonal andcommunication skills, and consistently demonstrate empathy and kindness to all staff and patients.
  • Demonstrates critical thinking and clinical skills to identify and implement nursing interventions andevaluate results.
  • Must have excellent skills to communicate and influence effectively with all levels of staff,physicians, patients and external constituents, both verbally and in writing.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • BSN.
  • Palliative care RN experience.
  • Prior experience with Chemotherapy.
  • Certified in PCCN, OCN or Palliative Care.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
  • Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call and various locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs.
  • Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
  • Selected candidate may be hired at the CNIII level pending review and approval by the Nurse Executive Council.
Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $138,330 - $193,892 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $66.25 - $92.86

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

About University of California San Diego

The University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) is a public research university in San Diego, California. Established in 1960 near the pre-existing Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego is the seventh-oldest of the 10 University of California campuses and offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, enrolling approximately 38,325 students. UC San Diego is organized into six undergraduate residential colleges (Revelle, John Muir, Thurgood Marshall, Earl Warren, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Sixth College) and five academic divisions (Arts and Humanities, Biological Sciences, Jacobs School of Engineering, Physical Sciences, and Social Sciences). The university operates 19 organized research units (ORUs), including the Center for Energy Research, Qualcomm Institute (a branch of the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology), and the San Diego Supercomputer Center.
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