(RN) Registered Nurse - NICU - 134898

UC San Diego; Oakland, California, Winchester (CA, MO, VA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious organization recognized for nursing excellence, where you will provide critical care to neonate patients in a dynamic and supportive environment. This role offers the opportunity to work in both Level III and Level II NICUs, with a focus on patient advocacy and autonomous nursing care. You'll collaborate with a dedicated team, enhancing your skills in a fast-paced setting while contributing to the health and well-being of vulnerable patients. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education

Flexible Scheduling

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing required.
• Must hold a California RN License and NRP certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to critically ill neonate patients in NICU.
• Support student learning and precept new employees.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Clinical Skills

Patient Advocacy

Education

Registered Nurse License

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

BART

BLS/CPR Certification

NRP Certification

Job description

(RN) Registered Nurse - NICU - 134898

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Job Description

Extended Deadline: Tue 5/20/2025

UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 03/17/2025 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor. Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 03/27/2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. Current UC San Diego Health 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 RN/NP applicant pool.

DESCRIPTION

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.

The NICU RN provides care to critically ill neonate patients in the Level III Neonatal Intensive Care unit at Jacobs Medical Center as well as the Level II Neonatal Intensive Care unit at Hillcrest Medical Center. The RN directs and acts as resource to other members of the nursing team as assigned, supports student learning, and is willing to precept new employees. NICU RNs will be required to attend high-risk deliveries after a full orientation. Those successful will have excellent critical thinking and time management skills and be self-motivated, patient advocates, and effective communicators.

Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care.

This position is required to work at both Jacobs Medical Center and Hillcrest Medical Center.

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.

• BART or BLS/CPR certification at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six months of hire date.

• Current NRP certification.

• Minimum two (2) years of recent Level III NICU RN experience. (If insufficient applicant pool, department may consider RNs with NICU Level III experience less than 2 years.)

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to manage multiple levels of information and responsibilities, and to quickly assess moderately-complex problems to develop potential solutions.

• Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment, have excellent interpersonal andcommunication skills, and consistently demonstrate empathy and kindness to all staff and patients.

• Demonstrates critical thinking and clinical skills to identify and implement nursing interventions andevaluate results.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BSN.
• Current NRP Advanced certification.
• Previous delivery room experience.
• RNC certification.

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.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Floats throughout W&IS division (primarily postpartum) as needed.
• Selected candidate may be hired at the CNIII level pending review and approval by the Nurse Executive Council.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $131,335 - $184,078 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $62.90 - $88.16

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).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

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.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached.

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

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.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

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Payroll Title:

CLIN NURSE 2

Department:

INFANT SPECIAL CARE

Hiring Pay Scale

$62.90 - $88.16 / Hour

Worksite:

Jacobs Medical Center

Appointment Type:

Career

Appointment Percent:

90%

Union:

NX Contract

Total Openings:

5

Work Schedule:

Nights, 12 Hour Shifts, Sunday-Saturday

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La Jolla, CA

Posted: 5/6/2025

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