The Role
Provide supervised dermatology nursing care using the nursing process: assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. Triage patient calls, assist RN/MD, coordinate paperwork and prior authorizations, manage medication refills and scheduling, administer adult immunizations, and document care in the EMR (EPIC/APeX). Work across UCSF locations as part of interdisciplinary teams.
Summary Generated by Built In
Under supervision, guided by policies and procedures of the Ambulatory Services, with the direction of the Medical Director, utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care for Dermatology patients. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams; carries out established nursing procedures and performs related duties as required by patient need. Coordinates new and existing patient paperwork relevant to care to be given. The LVN triages patient phone calls and messages, directing assessment need calls to RN or MD. Assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the medical and nursing team. They are expected to be proficient in the electronic medical record (EMR) system of the Medical Center (EPIC/APeX).
QualificationsRequired qualifications:
Two (2) years of related healthcare experience
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a dermatology environment or 2 years of experience in a surgical environment
Familiarity with the process of prior authorizations to obtain specialty biologic medications.
- Must have worked in a medical team consisting of several providers and an administrative assistant, knowing in-basket management, assisting with medication refills, coordinating services, and scheduling appointments and procedures
- Ability to prioritize work efficiently and independently, demonstrating strong self-initiative.
- Demonstrated ability to provide highly personalized patient care
- Demonstrated ability to work as an integral part of a patient care team.
- Demonstrated communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Ability to administer immunizations to adult patients
- Ability to meet physical requirements identified below.
- Proficient in APEX.
Demonstrated knowledge with Windows-based software including Microsoft word, Excel, Outlook.
This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations
Preferred qualifications:
- Phlebotomy certificate
2 to 3 years of dermatology experience
License/Certificate:
- Active Licensed Vocational Nurse licensure in the State of California
- Active American Heart Association CPR Certification
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.
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 here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Skills Required
- Two (2) years of related healthcare experience
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a dermatology environment or 2 years of experience in a surgical environment
- Familiarity with the process of prior authorizations to obtain specialty biologic medications
- Experience working in a medical team with in-basket management, medication refills, coordinating services, scheduling appointments and procedures
- Ability to prioritize work efficiently and independently; strong self-initiative
- Demonstrated ability to provide highly personalized patient care
- Demonstrated ability to work as an integral part of a patient care team
- Demonstrated communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong customer service orientation
- Ability to administer immunizations to adult patients
- Ability to meet physical requirements identified by employer
- Proficient in APEX (EPIC/APeX)
- Demonstrated knowledge with Windows-based software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
- Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations
- Active Licensed Vocational Nurse licensure in the State of California
- Active American Heart Association CPR Certification
- Phlebotomy certificate
- 2 to 3 years of dermatology experience
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The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading health sciences university and medical center. Comprised of the university campus, UCSF Health, and affiliated hospitals, it is one of the largest employers in its region. UCSF is dedicated to its mission of advancing health worldwide through the integration of patient care, research, and education.
