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Registered Nurse

University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
United States, California, San Francisco
Feb 04, 2026

Registered Nurse

Orthopaedic Institute - Arthroplasty

Full Time

87732BR

Job Summary


The Total Joint Navigator serves in a leadership role and delivers direct patient care to the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty population. This clinician is experienced and highly skilled with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the osteoarthritis and total joint replacement, the major treatment modalities, symptom management, surgical care and patient education. At this operational level, the nurse proactively embraces the Orthopaedic Society/Standards of Orthopaedic Nursing practice to utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. The nurse utilizes an interdisciplinary approach across the continuum of care with adherence to National Patient Safety Goals set forth by regulatory requirements. The nurse is recognized and utilized as a clinical resource and demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization. The nurse is responsible for bringing together the multidisciplinary efforts of the Surgeons, Advance Health Practitioners, Clinic Staff, Residents, Fellow, IP Nursing Staff, PT/OT, Case Management, Pharmacy and all other ancillary and support departments to ensure a high quality, coordinated, and satisfying experience for the patient. The Navigator will be involved with department and Health System quality metrics and Bundled Care Program.

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 $93.47 - $121.11 (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

Required Qualifications


  • Two (2) or more years of recent RN clinical Total Joint Nursing experience
  • This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.

Preferred Qualifications


  • Certification in Orthopaedic Nursing
  • Case management experience

License/Certification


  • Active Registered Nurse licensure in the State of California
  • Active American Heart Association CPR 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 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.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

009139 CLIN NURSE 2

Job Category

Nursing - Ambulatory Services/Outpatient, Nursing - Perioperative, Other Nursing

Bargaining Unit

California Nurses Association (CNA) - Registered Nurses Unit (NX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF), Owens Street

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday-Friday

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