Payroll Title: VOC NURSE Department: KOP Cancer Clinic Hiring Pay Scale $34.41 - $50.25 / Hour Worksite: Koman Family Outpatient Pavilion Appointment Type: Career Appointment Percent: 80% Union: EX Contract Total Openings: 2 Work Schedule: Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday #141612 (LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse - Cancer Clinic Filing Deadline: Fri 10/16/2026 Apply Now UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply. UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 10/6/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor. Reassignment Applicants : Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. DESCRIPTION UC San Diego Health is proud to be a four-time Magnet-designated organization and has now earned Magnet with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet is the gold standard for nursing excellence, achieved by only about 10% of hospitals worldwide. Magnet with Distinction is awarded to the highest-performing Magnet organizations, with only a select few earning this prestigious honor. This recognition reflects our commitment to transformational leadership, professional nursing excellence, innovation, exceptional patient outcomes, and an empowering practice environment where nurses thrive. Under the general supervision of a registered nurse in the assigned clinic, the senior LVN performs a wide variety of patient care activities in support of clinic activity. Duties include prioritizing and assisting in patient triage processing, preparing and assisting with patient examinations, administering medications, drawing blood, collecting and preparing laboratory tests, and patient education. The position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize critical demands, and the ability to work in a team environment. Depending on the experience of the selected candidate, this position will be hired at the LVN or Sr. LVN level. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) issued by the state of California. BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date. Recent experience in a similar role and setting. ( A minimum of two (2) years of LVN experience is required to be hired at the Sr. LVN level. ) Completion of educational requirements for licensure as a licensed vocationalnurse in California. Must possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. Knowledge of universal precautions and proper use of body mechanics. Demonstrated experience working with a team to provide high-quality patient care. Ability to take initiative, prioritize critical demands, and work in a team environment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working in an ambulatory healthcare setting. Experience in an academic medical setting. Experience working with the oncology patient population. Epic electronic medical record experience. SPECIAL CONDITIONS Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical. Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Willing to work overtime as required. Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: $71,848 - $89,304 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $34.41 - $42.77 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). Apply Now 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. UC San Diego Health Sciences is comprised of our School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science, and our Student Health and Well-Being Department. We have long been at the forefront of translational — or "bench-to-bedside" — research, transforming patient care through discovery and innovation leading to new drugs and technologies. Translational research is carried out every day in the hundreds of clinical trials of promising new therapies offered through UC San Diego Health, and in the drive of our researchers and clinician-scientists who are committed to having a significant impact on patient care. We invite you to join our team! Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. 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Job Description Job Summary: The Patient Navigator-Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)-Cancer Clinic works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), Medical Doctor (MD) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to provide developmentally appropriate and age-specific direct and indirect patient care in a fast-paced outpatient cancer clinic and infusion center serving patients eighteen years of age or older with suspected or confirmed malignancies or hematologic disorder(s). Performs designated procedures and treatments which require knowledge and technical expertise within the LVN scope of practice and in accordance with established policies, procedures, protocols, techniques, and guidelines. Recognizes and reports signs and symptoms of complications and/or allergic reactions immediately to the RN, MD or NP. Exhibits mission-focused thinking and understands the sensitivity of cancer diagnosis and expresses kindness when communicating with patients facing the unknown of a serious critical illness. Orients patients to the clinic routine and prepares patients for examination. Assists MD or NP with examination and procedures as requested. Ensures insurance authorizations, tests results, appropriate coding, and other required information is available for the provider for review. Follows-up on designated case management and navigation activities as requested by the RN, MD or NP. Demonstrates flexibility and willingly floats to other areas as assigned. Performs other duties as needed. Education and Experience: Graduate of a school of vocational nursing required. Minimum six months experience as an LVN or one year of experience as a Medical Assistant (MA) in a physician back-office setting required. Minimum one year clinical experience in oncology or hematology nursing or infusion center preferred. Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrates solid knowledge of oncology/hematology disease process and treatments. Able to read, write legibly and speak in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Microsoft Office, Outlook, electronic event reporting program, established organization electronic medical record; operate and troubleshoot equipment utilized for position; perform basic patient care activities using proper body mechanics and safety precautions; comprehend and follow-through with instructions; relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate; accept direction; think critically and use good judgment; problem solve and collaborate with licensed care providers as necessary; perform duties with supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple patient assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; distinguish colors as necessary for position; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place and patient care; discern temperature variances through touch; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position, exhibit professional behavior at all times. Licensures and Certifications: Active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required. California Intravenous (IV) Therapy certification and Blood Withdrawal certification preferred upon hire and required within 90 days of hire. About Us Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness. About The Team Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of diversity. We provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability. If you need accommodation assistance with accessing our job listings or completing an application, or during any other phase of employment with us, please contact Human Resources Management at (909) 651-4001. Loma Linda University Medical Center is a religiously-qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. No question on this application is asked for the purpose of unlawfully limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the hiring process, please notify Human Resource Management. We appreciate your interest in Loma Linda and wish you success in your job search!
Description In this role, you will provide direct patient care for diverse patient population within named Hematology/Oncology Community Clinics, working with faculty physicians, fellows, residents, medical students, nursing staff, patient services staff, and ancillary personnel. Salary range: $38.54/hr - $50.84/hr
Description In this role, you will function as a clinic level supervisor, performing a variety of clinical and administrative duties related to clinical management of practice and patient care. You will provide a safe, efficient, quality direct patient nursing care in accordance with the provisions of the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. In addition, you will perform administrative duties including quality monitoring, clinical supply management, supporting established clinic workflows and staff education. Under the direct supervision of the designated clinical staff member, you will provide direct patient care for a diverse patient population, while maintaining high standards of care, and recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms of life threatening emergencies. You will work in collaboration with the Ambulatory Nursing Team to ensure clinical standards are maintained. Salary range: $38.65/hr - $80.70/hr
