Registered Nurse - Pulmonary Center
 University of California - San Francisco | |
93.47 to 121.11
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| 350 Parnassus Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Aug 01, 2026 | |
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The Outpatient Pulmonary Clinical Nurse II, under the supervision of the Clinical Manager and Practice Manager, delivers direct patient care to adult outpatient population in general pulmonary, and multiple sub-specialties including but not limited to Asthma, Advanced COPD, Bronchiectasis/Nontuberculous Mycobacteria, Cystic Fibrosis, Interstitial Lung Diseases, Sarcoidosis, and Neuromuscular Lung Diseases. The nurse is required to work in a fast-paced environment, to be flexible to work at multiple sites, and to cross-cover multiple sub-specialties and other nurses in the division when needed. This nurse will be expected to be highly skilled with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the pulmonary disease process, the major treatment modalities, symptom management, supportive care, and patient education. At this operational level, the nurse proactively embraces the Pulmonary Nursing Society/Standards of Pulmonary Nursing practice to utilize the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. The nurse utilizes an interdisciplinary approach across the continuum of care with adherence to National Patient Safety Goals set forth by regulatory requirements. The nurse is recognized and utilized as a clinical resource and demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization. The Outpatient Pulmonary Clinical Nurse II is responsible for maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff, and for daily operations. Daily Tasks are including but not limited to: performing symptomatic phone triages, managing in-basket, complex care coordination, navigating & facilitating prior authorization for complex and specialty medications, walk test titration and assist with clinic emergencies. The Clinical Nurse II utilizes the nursing process for patient care assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic clinical care. All components of nursing care will be individualized to meet the patient's physiological and psychosocial developmental level and needs. S/he consistently projects a professional and courteous demeanor and works well in a collaborative team environment. S/he will assist with management of patient care administered by the UCSF Pulmonary Center physicians and other members of the clinical and nursing team. S/he will consistently project a professional and courteous demeanor and shall comply with the Medical Center Policies and Telephone Standards. Responsible for maintaining the knowledge and abilities essential to the performance of stated behaviors. Carries out legal responsibilities within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act. Accountable to the NURSE SVC SUPV 2 for overall work performance. Required Qualifications:
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About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
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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.
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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
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