New Grad RN – Nurse Residency in Magnet Program

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health invites newly licensed registered nurses to join the Nurse Residency Program Cohort starting in March 2027. The program emphasizes transitioning to practice with enhanced learning, hands-on skill training, and mentorship on Thornton's 2 East, a 26-bed unit focused on ICU stepdown, cardiac, heart failure, and medicine specialties.

Candidates should have a nursing degree from an accredited school, California RN license by start date (interim permits possible), and

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of Nursing.
• California RN license by start date; interim permits may be considered.
• BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to obtain ART within six months.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, identify and implement nursing interventions for diverse patient populations.
• Direct and support other nursing team members; promote policy compliance.
• Demonstrate effective communication and professional relationships across the unit.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

RN license and nursing degree

Job description

UC San Diego Health invites newly licensed registered nurses to join the Nurse Residency Program Cohort starting in March 2027. The program emphasizes transitioning to practice with enhanced learning, hands-on skill training, and mentorship on Thornton's 2 East, a 26-bed unit focused on ICU stepdown, cardiac, heart failure, and medicine specialties.

Candidates should have a nursing degree from an accredited school, California RN license by start date (interim permits possible), and