(RN) Registered Nurse - ED Inpatient - 139430

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

Job summary

University of California San Diego is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department Inpatient. This role requires a graduate from an accredited nursing school and an RN license in California. The focus is on providing total patient care in a fast-paced environment with an emphasis on oncology and critical care. Candidates should have at least two years of recent adult acute care experience. The position offers competitive pay based on experience, skills, and education.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of recent adult acute care RN experience at the IMU level of care or higher.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple high-acuity patients while maintaining patient safety.
• Must be able to function in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide total patient care for the Emergency Department Inpatient population.
• Care for high-acuity patients in the IMU level of care.
• Manage and coordinate oncology patient care.

Skills

Patient Safety

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Care Knowledge

Oncology Concepts

Education

Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing

Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the State of California

BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications

Job description

Job Title and Details

• Payroll Title: CLIN NURSE 2
• Department: LJ IP Emergency Department
• Hiring Pay Scale: $66.25 - $92.86 / Hour
• Worksite: Jacobs Medical Center
• Appointment Type: Career
• Appointment Percent: 90%
• Union: NX Contract
• Total Openings: 9
• Work Schedule: Nights, 12-Hour Shifts, Sunday - Saturday

#139430 (RN) Registered Nurse - ED Inpatient

Filing Deadline: Fri 5/1/2026

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.

Total patient care for the Emergency Department Inpatient population (admitted patients in the emergency room) involves four levels of care: ICU, IMU, Telemetry, and Med Surg. There is a heavy focus on oncology, surgical oncology, and bone marrow transplant. The RN must be qualified to care for the highest level of care, IMU, and have special training in critical care, oncology concepts, surgery and medicine.

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.
• Registered Nurse (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.
• A minimum of two (2) years of recent adult acute care RN experience at the IMU level of care or higher acuity.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple high-acuity patients while maintaining patient safety.
• Must be able to function in a fast-paced team environment, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and consistently demonstrate empathy and kindness to all staff and patients.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BSN/MSN.
• Recent ED Inpatient (EDIP) experience as an RN.
• RN experience of oncology patient care, including management of immunocompromised patients or chemotherapy-related complications.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call and locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be willing to work night shift.
• Selected candidate may be hired at the CNIII level pending review and approval by the Nurse Executive Council.

PAY INFORMATION

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).

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.