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Description 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 Qualifications 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_ UCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person's unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.

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