Medical - Intensive Care Unit
Part Time
84488BR
Job Summary
Utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care
Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams
Carries out established nursing procedures and performs related duties as required
Performs nursing care for patients with more complex needs with assistance and supervision
Assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing team
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Department Description
The Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) provides care to complex critically ill patients and their families. This population includes patients with severe medical conditions such as respiratory failure, sepsis, acute lung injury, liver and renal dysfunction, acute pancreatitis, oncologic diseases, autoimmune disorders, and critically ill obstetric conditions.
This unit is comprised of a community of skilled, innovative, collaborative, and caring critical care clinicians. The nursing staff have opportunities for specialty training and expertise in continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), manual proning, and end-of-life/palliative care. The critical care team includes nurses, physicians, respiratory care practitioners, social workers, nutritionists, rehab therapists, and pharmacists; all possess expertise in meeting the needs of critically ill patients and their families.
The Medical ICU has received multiple accolades, including local and national honors and awards. In 2022 and 2023, MICU nurses received the esteemed UCSF Distinguished Nurse Award, as well as annual Department of Nursing awards for Critical Care Excellence, Outstanding Preceptor, Community Service, and Patient Support Colleague. Historically, six RN’s received the UCSF Distinguished Nurse Award and AACN's Excellence in Leadership Award. The unit was awarded the UCSF Team PRIDE Award (2021), the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) Beacon Award for Critical Care Excellence (2010) and the Society of Critical Care Medicine’s Family-Centered Care Award (2009).
Nurses are active in improving the care of critically ill patients through innovative projects, evidence-based care, performance improvement, and clinical research. Advancement of professional practice and education are priorities for our team. Four unit-based councils address clinical practice, healthy work environment, patient and family relations, and professional development.
Required Qualifications
- Two years of recent adult Medical ICU and/or Oncology Critical Care experience
- Active licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California
- Active American Heart Association CPR Certification
- Active American Heart Association ACLS Certification
- The flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Health locations
Preferred Qualifications
License/Certification
- Active Registered Nurse licensure in the State of California
- Active American Heart Association CPR Certification
- Active American Heart Association ACLS Certification
About UCSF
At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.
Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.
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 at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Organization
Health
Job Code and Payroll Title
009139 CLIN NURSE 2
Job Category
Nursing - Adult Critical Care, Nursing - Adult Services
Bargaining Unit
California Nurses Association (CNA) - Registered Nurses Unit (NX)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
60%
Location
San Francisco, CA
Campus
Parnassus Heights (SF)
Work Style
Fully On-Site
Shift
Nights
Shift Length
12 Hours
Additional Shift Details
Monday-Friday, weekends
