Make a difference in people’s lives every day. When you join UCLA Health, you’ll be working at an institution that provides leading-edge care to the people of L.A. and throughout the world. We provide our team members with the environment and support to do amazing work, because each and every one of them plays a vital role in our commitment to care.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) – Hematology/Oncology and Solid Tumor serves as the clinical nursing leader for the adult hematology/oncology and solid tumor program at UCLA Health. This role requires advanced expertise in oncology, evidence-based practice, collaboration, consultation, education, mentoring, and change leadership to enhance nursing practice and support professional development.
The CNS operates within three primary spheres of influence: patients and families, nurses and nursing practice, and the organization/system. In partnership with Unit/Service Line Directors, the CNS leads clinical nursing practice, guiding and coordinating nursing activities and projects within the specialty area.
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing, implementing, and evaluating safe, cost-effective, and evidence-based care strategies.
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
- Advancing nursing practice at the unit, system, local, state, national, and international levels.
This position plays a critical role in driving innovation and excellence in hematology/oncology nursing, ensuring high-quality patient care and professional growth within UCLA Health.
Salary: $140,200 – $331,800 Annual
We’re seeking a highly skilled and self-motivated Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) with:
License: Active CA RN and CA CNS license – Required
Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Required
- National certification in area of specialty – Required
- CNS Advanced Practice Certification – Preferred
Education: Master’s in Nursing – Required
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of recent RN experience, including at least 3 years in the clinical specialty – Required
- At least 1 year of CNS experience in the clinical specialty – Preferred
Skills & Competencies:
- Demonstrated expertise as an advanced practice nurse in leadership, communication, collaboration, mentoring, and change management, as evidenced by CV/portfolio, letters of recommendation, references, interview, and demonstration.
- Proven ability to apply evidence-based practice to develop and implement standards, policies, teaching, and coaching strategies.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and presentation skills, with proficiency in MS Office programs.
Additional Experience: Research and grant writing experience – Preferred
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