NICU Nurse Residency: Magnet-Excellence, Dual-Campus Training

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 123,000 - 151,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

UC San Diego Health is recruiting for the NICU Nurse Residency Program cohort beginning in March 2027. Nurses will provide care to critically ill neonates in Level III NICU at Jacobs Medical Center and Level II NICU at Hillcrest.

The program includes orientation, hands-on skill training, and teaching support for new grads. Selected candidates will rotate through Jacobs Medical Center in La Jolla and Hillcrest, with precepted learning and a comprehensive transition-to-practice experience designed

Qualifications

Must be graduate from an accredited school of Nursing.
California RN license by start date; interim permits considered depending on applicant pool.
BLS/CPR certification at time of hire with commitment to obtain BART within six months.
Current Advanced NRP certification (AAP/AHA).
Licensure/certification not required at time of application but required by cohort start date (March 5, 2027).
Less than six months of RN experience.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to function in a fast-paced environment with empathy and kindness.

Responsibilities

Provide care to critically ill neonate patients in Level III and Level II NICUs.
Direct and support nursing team; precept new employees and orient trainees.
Attend high-risk deliveries after orientation and participate in patient education.
Orient and train New Grad RN; support transition-to-practice program.