Code & Rapid Response Nurse — Critical Care RN

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Code Nurse to provide 24/7 response to Code Blue, Rapid Response, Code Stroke and STEMI activations. The Code Nurse monitors units, rounds proactively, and supports performance improvement projects.

Requirements include California RN license, BLS/CPR and ACLS at hire, minimum three years ICU experience, and strong leadership and communication skills. BSN preferred for advanced practice and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of Nursing.
• Must possess a valid California RN license.
• BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to get UCSD Code ART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Minimum three (3) years of recent inpatient, acute care adult ICU RN experience or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 response to Code Blue, Rapid Response, Code Stroke and STEMI activations.
• Proactive rounding across units and monitor Code Blue and Rapid Response quality metrics.
• Develop performance improvement projects to address gaps and align with strategic initiatives.

Skills

California RN license

Critical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Quality improvement

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Code Nurse to provide 24/7 response to Code Blue, Rapid Response, Code Stroke and STEMI activations. The Code Nurse monitors units, rounds proactively, and supports performance improvement projects.

Requirements include California RN license, BLS/CPR and ACLS at hire, minimum three years ICU experience, and strong leadership and communication skills. BSN preferred for advanced practice and professional growth.