(RN) Registered Nurse - Per Diem - Tele/PCU - 141098

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.

About the role

Under general supervision, identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations, including: General Medicine, General Surgery, Cystic Fibrosis, Epilepsy, Advanced Lung Disease, and Bariatric Surgery. Directs and acts as a resource to other members of the nursing team as assigned. Promotes compliance and support of policies. Achieves trust in professional collegial relationships.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement nursing interventions for diverse patient populations.
• Evaluate patient outcomes and adjust care plans as needed.
• Act as a resource and mentor to other nursing team members.
• Promote and ensure compliance with nursing policies and procedures.
• Build and maintain professional collegial relationships.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing.
• RN License issued by the State of California.
• Current ART certification, or BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to obtain UCSD ART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Minimum of one (1) year of recent acute care IMU/PCU RN experience.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to manage multiple levels of information and responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• BSN/MSN.
• Experience with post-surgical patients.

Special Conditions

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call, and at various locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs.
• 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.

Pay

Hourly pay scale: $91.16. Annual full pay range: $190,342 - $190,342 (prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%). Factors in determining compensation include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Schedule

• Per Diem appointment at 20%.
• Nights, 12-hour shifts, Sunday-Saturday.

Total openings: 2. Worksite: Jacobs Medical Center. Filing deadline: Tue 9/1/2026.