Neuro ICU Registered Nurse – Autonomy & Excellence

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

Benefits offered by this job

Magnet designation

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking an experienced registered nurse for the CNIII inpatient ICU track in San Diego, CA. This role requires California RN licensure and current BLS/ACLS; ART training within six months is expected.

Ideal candidates have ICU experience, strong critical thinking, clear communication, and compassionate patient care in fast-paced environments. The position offers professional growth within a Magnet-designated academic health system.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of Nursing.
• RN License issued by the State of California.
• BART or BLS and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to get UCSD ART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Minimum one (1) year of recent inpatient, acute care adult ICU RN experience.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with staff, physicians and patients.
• Demonstrates clinical skills to identify and implement nursing interventions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with empathy and kindness.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Empathy

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Graduate from an accredited nursing program

BSN preferred

Job description

UC San Diego Health is seeking an experienced registered nurse for the CNIII inpatient ICU track in San Diego, CA. This role requires California RN licensure and current BLS/ACLS; ART training within six months is expected.

Ideal candidates have ICU experience, strong critical thinking, clear communication, and compassionate patient care in fast-paced environments. The position offers professional growth within a Magnet-designated academic health system.