Nurse Practitioner - Adult Medical Surgical
Job Summary
The UCSF Hospital-Based Oncology Consult Service provides inpatient care for adult patients with suspected or confirmed solid tumor malignancies. This Nurse Practitioner (NP) role is based on that service and involves delivering high-quality, evidence-based oncology care across UCSF's Medical Centers at Parnassus Heights and Mission Bay. The NP will collaborate closely with attending oncologists, consulting teams, and the broader care staff to evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and manage oncology-specific needs during hospitalization. Core responsibilities include conducting comprehensive assessments, ordering and managing inpatient chemotherapy, coordinating discharges, and facilitating seamless transitions to outpatient care. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with no weekend or call responsibilities.
The NP will function with a high degree of clinical autonomy and serve as an integral member of the inpatient oncology team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong interest in solid tumor oncology, sound clinical judgment, and the ability to communicate effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. This position requires flexibility to work across both UCSF campuses and offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a dynamic and collaborative inpatient service.
UCSF Medical Center requires all APPs to be credentialed through its Medical Staff Office in order to practice and function in their clinical role. This applies to both adult and pediatric APPs in the inpatient and outpatient clinical settings at all UCSF Medical Center sites (Parnassus, Mission Bay, Mt. Zion, Satellite Clinics, et al). This process may take up to 90 days and must be completed prior to the start date in any APP position.
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. The salary range for this position is $105.50 - $136.83 (Hourly Rate). To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Department Description The Adult Medicine Unit is a 34 bed inpatient medical unit that provides care for patients ranging from young adults to the elderly presenting with a wide variety of diagnoses. The unit has the ability to admit patients requiring telemetry and/or continuous pulse oximetry.
Patients found on this unit are often admitted for acute exacerbations of complex chronic conditions with a focus on pulmonary, gastrointestinal, medical-psychological, and endocrine conditions. Patients can be admitted for diagnostic work-ups, treatment of infectious disease processes, palliative care and end of life care. In addition, this unit administers chemotherapy to treat solid tumor patients admitted to the hospital with an emphasis on treating sarcoma patients.
This unit is home to an innovative palliative care service with trained staff and multidisciplinary resources. There are two dedicated Comfort Care Suites for terminally-ill patients where a low-tech, high comfort environment is provided. These suites provide accommodations for family and friends to remain with patients around the clock. Cultural traditions around dying are actively supported.
The nurse plays an integral role in the Palliative Care team which includes Attending physicians, fellows, residents, medical students, social workers and chaplain services.
In addition to Palliative Care, nurses on this unit attend 16 hours of End-of-Life Care education and complete Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy Certification after approximately 6 months to a year on the unit.
Medicine nurses exemplify teamwork in this fast-paced unit. They participate daily in multidisciplinary rounds which include nursing, attending physicians, case managers, social worker, pharmacists, nutrition and rehabilitation services. Required Qualifications
- Graduation from a California Board of Registered Nursing approved or verified school of nursing with a master's degree in nursing or a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
- One (1) year of recent medical oncology or malignant hematology Nurse Practitioner experience or completion of a one (1) year comprehensive oncology APP fellowship program
Preferred Qualifications
- Three (3) years or more years of direct care experience in oncology.
License/Certification
- California Registered Nurse (RN) License without restriction
- California Nurse Practitioner (NP) License without restriction
- California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number
- NP national board certification from an accepted certifying agency aligned with the patient population and clinical role: Adult Inpatient (ACNP-BC, AGACNP-BC, ACNPC-AG, ACNPC)
- California Driver License (if required for position)
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration with Schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, and 5 registered to a California address
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Additional required AHA certifications:
- Additional required certifications (such as ENLS): None
UCSF Medical Center and Campus requires certain healthcare providers to be credentialed. In most cases this is done through its Office of Medical Affairs & Governance (OMAG) prior to the first working day. Credentialing and approval of the Standardized Procedures takes between 60-90 days but can vary. 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 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. Job Code and Payroll Title 009147 NURSE PRACT 2 Job Category Advanced Practice Providers, Nursing - Adult Medical Surgical, Nursing - Adult Services, Nursing - Advanced Practice Bargaining Unit California Nurses Association (CNA) - Registered Nurses Unit (NX) Location San Francisco, CA Campus Mission Bay (SF), Parnassus Heights (SF) Additional Shift Details Monday - Friday |
University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
Jan 08, 2026