(RN) Registered Nurse-Per Diem - EC Emergency Dept - 141531

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 171,000 - 209,000; Part time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Emergency Department team. The role requires autonomous nursing care, assessment, and interventions for diverse patient populations under general supervision.

We emphasize high standards, teamwork and compassionate patient care; BLS/CPR and ACLS are required, ER experience is preferred, and a cover letter is recommended.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of 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.
• PALS certification.
• Minimum two (2) years of Emergency Room RN experience (within the past three (3) years).
• Proven nursing clinical skills to identify and implement nursing interventions and evaluate results for Emergency Room patients.
• Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and consistently demonstrate empathy and kindness to all staff and patients.
• Must be able to work within a busy team environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement nursing interventions and evaluate results for a wide variety of patient populations.
• Direct and act as resource to other members of the nursing team as assigned.
• Promote compliance and support of policies. Achieve trust in professional collegial relationships.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/1/2026 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 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.

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.

Under general supervision, identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluated 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.

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a graduate of 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.
• PALS certification.
• Minimum two (2) years of Emergency Room RN experience (within the past three (3) years).
• Proven nursing clinical skills to identify and implement nursing interventions and evaluate results for Emergency Room patients.
• Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and consistently demonstrate empathy and kindness to all staff and patients.
• Must be able to work within a busy team environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BSN.
• Relevant specialty certification (e.g. CEN, TNCC, etc.).

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Per diem shift requirement is an average of 1 shift per week per 4-week schedule. Must be available 1 weekend shift per 4-week schedule and a minimum of 1 holiday. This is subject to change based on individual department needs.
• Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call and locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs.
• 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: $190,342 - $190,342 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $91.16 - $91.16

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, 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).