Jana Kelly

Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) with nearly 20 years experience working in Oncology (over 15 years in Radiation Therapy), specializing in patient education, interdisciplinary care coordination, clinical research, spearheading initiatives as the department's Quality Improvement Coordinator, and serving as preceptor for UCSF graduate nursing students to foster the next generation of Oncology nurses. Adept at managing clinical teams, conducting presentations at national conferences, and contributing to advancements in radiation oncology nursing care. Passionate about delivering compassionate, evidence-based care and contributing to meaningful research in oncology.

Research Coordinator, Radiation Oncology                              Jan. 2019 - Present

Complete pre-study requirements and consent for patients entering clinical trials. Maintain adherence to interventions and monitoring during treatment. Follow patients on trial long-term to ensure compliance to study parameters.

CNS Preceptor, Radiation Oncology                                         Sept. 2009 - Present

Serve as preceptor to graduate Nursing students undergoing study in the Master of Science program in Oncology at UCSF. Educate students about what side effects to expect and when to expect them to appear.

CNS, Radiation Oncology                                                           Sept. 2008 - Present

Provide education to patients undergoing radiation and concurrent chemotherapy for cancer. Discuss potential side effects and self-care measures. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate care. Manage RN & Medical Assistant, conduct annual reviews, and monitor compliance with employee licenses and certifications. Serve as the Department’s chair of the Quality Improvement Committee.

Staff Nurse III, Inpatient Oncology/Hematology                 July 2005 - Aug. 2008

Demonstrated clinical ability in identifying obvious and subtle patient complications, and utilized a proactive approach to solving existing and potential patient problems. Provided a safe environment for patients by adhering to hospital infection control practices, taking into consideration the heightened measures required to care for the Oncology population. Administered chemotherapy and blood products, maintained care of central lines, coordinated care with multidisciplinary team, and maintained communication amongst patients, families, and caregivers.

Master of Science, Oncology Nursing                                                                                          June 2008
University of California, San Francisco

MEPN Program Master’s Entry Program in Nursing                                                                   June 2005 University of California, San Francisco

Bachelor of Science Psychology                                                                                                   June 1999 University of California, San Diego                                                                                                          Research Assistant: Effect of echolalia on behaviors in children with autism

Associate of Arts Liberal Arts                                                                                                        June 1997 Ohlone College Fremont, CA