(RN) New Grad Registered Nurse - Hillcrest 10 ICU

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a New Grad Registered Nurse for the Hillcrest 10 ICU. This 90% appointment supports a 12-hour night shift schedule with some day shifts to accommodate new grad training.

The unit specializes in complex cardiac and critical care with Magnet designation and a strong emphasis on professional nursing excellence. The program engages newly licensed nurses with enhanced clinical learning and transition-to-practice experiences through a Nurse Residency Program.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of Nursing.
• BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to obtain ART within six months.
• Licensure and certification are not required at time of application but will be required by cohort start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients in the 13-bed mixed Medical ICU/Coronary Contained Unit.
• Serve as a resource to the nursing team and promote compliance with unit policies.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Graduated from an accredited School of Nursing

California RN license by start date

BSN (Preferred)

Job description

Payroll Title: CLIN NURSE 1

Department: HC 10 ICU

Hiring Pay Scale: $65.64 / Hour

Worksite: Hillcrest

Appointment Type: Career

Appointment Percent: 90%

Union: NX Contract

Total Openings: 2

Work Schedule: Nights, Some day shifts required due to new grad training, 12-Hour Shifts, Sunday-Saturday

#141944 (RN) New Grad Registered Nurse - Hillcrest 10 ICU

Filing Deadline: Thu 10/29/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds.

DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego Health is proud to be a four-time Magnet-designated organization and has now earned Magnet with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet is the gold standard for nursing excellence, achieved by only about 10% of hospitals worldwide. Magnet with Distinction is awarded to the highest-performing Magnet organizations, with only a select few earning this prestigious honor. This recognition reflects our commitment to transformational leadership, professional nursing excellence, innovation, exceptional patient outcomes, and an empowering practice environment where nurses thrive.

The 13-bed mixed Medical ICU/Coronary Contained Unit specializes in Pre-Cardiac Transplants, Congestive Heart Failure, Acute MI, CRRT, neurological patients and complex ventilation using the latest equipment and technologies. The Charge and Code RNs are readily available to assist with complex patients. Our physician partners are true professors who are willing to invest the time and energy to provide education specific to treatment and research. The unit is actively involved in promoting community health.

The Nurse Residency Program is accredited with distinction as a Practice Transition Program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation in Practice Transition Programs. This program is designed to support Newly Licensed Registered Nurses with a comprehensive transition-to-practice experience through enhanced clinical learning, hands‑on skill training and so much more!

Under general supervision, the New Grad RN identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations. Directs and acts as resource to other members of the nursing team as assigned. Promotes compliance and support of policies. Achieves trust in professional collegial relationships.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of Nursing.
• California RN license by start date. Depending on applicant pool, may consider interim permits.
• BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to get ART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Licensure and certification are not required at time of application but will be required by the cohort start date of March 5, 2027.
• Must have less than six (6) months of working RN experience.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BSN.
• Prior clinical work experience in specialty area.
• Externship (outside of required clinical hours).
• Prior UCSD experience.
• Bilingual.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours, days of the week, shifts, and locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $137,056 - $137,056 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $65.64 - $65.64

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessment; online‑only certification is not acceptable.

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