(RN) Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular ICU - 139402

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 138,330 - 193,892; Full time

Job summary

Join UC San Diego Health as a Registered Nurse in the CVICU, where you will be part of a renowned team providing care for cardiac and vascular patients. The role involves managing high-acuity cases and leading nursing staff with adherence to professionalism and care standards.

The ideal candidate is an RN with at least one year of ICU experience and holds key certifications. This position offers a competitive salary based on experience, and employees benefit from a prestigious work environment and opportunities for continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of one (1) year recent adult ICU experience.
• Ability to adhere to UCSD Health Medical Center standards.
• Demonstrates ability to function effectively in high-acuity environments.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement nursing interventions for diverse patients.
• Direct and support nursing team members.
• Maintain professionalism and compliance with policies.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Ability to manage stress

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing

RN License issued by the State of California

BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 4/23/26 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Current UC San Diego Health CNA (NX) represented RN/NP applicants will be considered after the first 7 days of job posting. All additional applicants will be considered after 14 days of job posting, pending the status of the initial internal CNA (NX) represented applicant pool.

DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego Health is ranked #1 in San Diego by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals Rankings, 2016-2017 and ranked in 8 specialties (Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Cancer, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology, Orthopedics, Geriatrics, Urology and Nephrology). UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, which is a prestigious recognition that applies to only 10% of all U.S. hospitals. Magnet is the "gold standard" for nursing excellence and is based on strengths in five key areas, which include transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements and empirical outcomes. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011.

Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center is San Diego's 1st Comprehensive Cardiovascular Center providing heart and vascular programs in one central location. Global leader and international referral center in Pulmonary Thromboendarterectomy (PTE). The Sulpizio Cardiovascular center is a heart and lung transplant center with the only lung transplant program in San Diego County. The Ventricular Assist Device program boast some of the best outcomes in the nation, and provides therapy with 5 different devices.

The Registered Nurse identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations. Some of these patients include heart and lung transplants, PTE patients, CABGs, valves, TAVR's, and Ventricular Assist Devices. Stroke and Vascular Surgical patients will be on this floor as well. This unit utilizes advanced training and skills to take care of high acuity and complex patients. The Clinical Nurse directs and acts as a resource to all other members of the nursing team as assigned. Promotes compliance and support of policies and procedures. Achieves trust in professional collegial relationships.

While not required, a cover letter is highly recommended when applying to this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of Nursing.
• RN License issued by the State of California.
• BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to get ART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Must have a minimum of one (1) year recent adult ICU experience.
• Ability to at all times adhere to UCSD Health Medical Center (C.A.R.I.N.G.) Standards of Performance, and demonstrate the characteristics of professionalism in attire, attitude, conversation, behavior and attentiveness to others.
• Demonstrates the ability to function effectively in a high-acuity, fast-paced clinical environment while adapting to frequent workflow changes, managing stress, and maintaining professionalism.
• Utilizes strong critical thinking and analytical skills to manage multiple competing priorities, rapidly assess complex clinical situations, and implement appropriate interventions.
• Communicates effectively and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to support safe, high-quality patient care and promote a respectful, inclusive workplace culture.
• Actively engages in continuous learning and professional development to meet the evolving demands of the CVICU specialty.
• Maintains a positive, solution-oriented approach to challenges, encourages teamwork and open communication, and remains receptive to feedback to support individual and team growth.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BSN.
• CT/Heart experience.
• CCRN, CSC, and CMC certifications.
• Experience with cardiothoracic patients.
• Experience with balloon pumps, CRRT, and/or VAD.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call and various locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs.
• Must have flexibility in scheduling and availability to work varied shifts as required to support unit operations, staffing needs, and timely completion of training.
• Selected candidate may be hired at the CNIII level pending review and approval by the Nurse Executive Council.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $138,330 - $193,892 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $66.25 - $92.86

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).