(RN) Registered Nurse - Per Diem - Hillcrest PACU - 141077

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 171,000 - 209,000; Part time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Per Diem RN to provide skilled nursing care in the Preoperative Care Center and Perianesthesia Area for patients undergoing surgical procedures across multiple specialties. The role emphasizes autonomous nursing practice within a Magnet-designated, high‑performing environment.

Qualified candidates hold California RN licensure, BLS/CPR and ACLS at hire, PALS within the first year, and have 2+ years of Preop/PACU or high-acuity experience; weekend coverage and

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing.
• RN License issued by the State of California.
• BLS/CPR and ACLS at time of hire; ART within 6 months.
• PALS required within 12 months of employment.
• 2+ years of Preop/PACU or high-acuity ED/ICU/PACU experience.
• 2 years in ED/ICU/PACU in high acuity departments.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures.
• Deliver autonomous nursing care in Preoperative Care Center and Perianesthesia Area.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Skills

Autonomous nursing care

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

RN License (CA)

BSN

CPAN, CCRN and/or CAPA

Job description

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.

The RN provides skilled nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures. UC San Diego Health offers surgical services in Neurology, Orthopedics, Urology, Plastics, General, Oncology, Head and Neck, Vascular and Open Heart, Gynecology. Additional services at Hillcrest include Trauma and Burn surgeries. This RN provides skilled nursing care to patients in the Preoperative Care Center and Perianesthesia Area.

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. Schedule for this Per Diem opening is Monday-Friday, with weekends included/Rotated, 12 hour shifts, including weekend on call and night cal.

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 certification at time of hire with commitment to get ART within six (6) months of hire date.
• PALS (must be obtained during 1st year of employment for new employees).
• Must have at least two (2) years of recent Preop/PACU, acute care ICU, or ER nursing experience.
• Must have 2 years ED/ICU/PACU in High Acuity departments.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BSN
• CPAN, CCRN and/or CAPA
• Charge Nurse experience preferred.
• Quality or Performance Improvement Projects experience preferred.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Per diem shift requirement is an average of 1 shift per week. Must be available 1 weekend shift every 4 weeks and 1 major holiday. This is subject to change based on department needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call and various locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs.

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, 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).