ICU Nurse II — Night Shift Leader

Sharp HealthCare; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp HealthCare in Oceanside, CA is seeking an Intensive Care Registered Nurse at the CN II level for a 12-hour night shift (7 PM–7:30 AM). The role requires advanced critical care competencies, autonomous clinical practice, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Required certifications include CA RN license, AHA BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS; BSN or ADN with ICU experience is acceptable per policy.

Qualifications

• BSN or ADN with five years ICU experience for substitution
• Two years ICU RN in a high-acuity ICU required
• CA RN license required
• AHA BLS Healthcare Certification required
• ACLS Certification required
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required

Responsibilities

• Coordinate interprofessional team to deliver safe, patient-centered ICU care
• Document care measures and patient progress in EMR
• Provide patient and family education about conditions, meds, and lifestyle
• Act as patient advocate and uphold dignity and confidentiality
• Participate in charge nurse and Rapid Response Team roles as needed
• Ensure adherence to infection control and safety policies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Associate's Degree in Nursing with five years of experience in lieu of BSN

CA Registered Nurse (RN) license

AHA BLS Healthcare Certification

ACLS Certification

NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification

Job description

Sharp HealthCare in Oceanside, CA is seeking an Intensive Care Registered Nurse at the CN II level for a 12-hour night shift (7 PM–7:30 AM). The role requires advanced critical care competencies, autonomous clinical practice, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Required certifications include CA RN license, AHA BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS; BSN or ADN with ICU experience is acceptable per policy.