(RN) Registered Nurse - Per Diem - ED Inpatient - 141196

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.

Total patient care for the Emergency Department Inpatient population (admitted patients in the emergency room) involves four levels of care: ICU, IMU, Telemetry, and Med Surg. There is a heavy focus on oncology, surgical oncology, and bone marrow transplant. The RN must be qualified to care for the highest level of care, IMU, and have special training in critical care, oncology concepts, surgery and medicine.

While not required, a cover letter is highly recommended when applying to this position.

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of Nursing.

• RN License issued by the State of California.

• BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to get ART within six (6) months of hire date.

• A minimum of two (2) years of recent adult acute care RN experience at the IMU level of care or higher acuity. ED experience does not qualify.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple high-acuity patients while maintaining patient safety.

• Must be able to function in a fast-paced team environment, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and consistently demonstrate empathy and kindness to all staff and patients.

• BSN/MSN.

• Recent ED Inpatient (EDIP) experience as an RN.

• RN experience of oncology patient care, including management of immunocompromised patients or chemotherapy-related complications.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Per diem shift requirement is an average of 1 shift per week. Must be available 4 night shifts every 4 weeks: 1-weekend shift every 4 weeks and 1 major holiday. This is subject to change based on department needs.