(RN) Registered Nurse - Per Diem-7 East Med/Surg
The University of California, San Diego
About this position
Position 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. We are seeking compassionate, skilled, and dedicated Registered Nurses (RN) to join our dynamic team on a 14-bed Medical-Surgical Unit that provides care for medicine and behavioral health patients in a secured environment. This role is ideal for nurses who are committed to nursing excellence, patient safety, and family-centered care. Key Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to a diverse patient population, including those with medical-surgical and behavioral health needs. Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment within a secured unit. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans. Provide emotional support and education to patients and their families. Monitor patient progress and respond promptly to changes in condition. Uphold the highest standards of professional practice and ethical behavior. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and unit-based projects. 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. While not required, a cover letter is highly recommended when applying to this position.
Qualifications
Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the State of California. Current BART, or BLS certification at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six months of hire date. CPI or equivalent behavioral health crisis intervention training (or must be obtained within 6 months of hire). Minimum one (1) year of acute care RN experience in medical-surgical or behavioral health nursing. Demonstrates a solid understanding of nursing-sensitive indicators relevant to Med/Surg and integrates these measures into daily practice to promote quality and safety outcomes. Strong clinical judgment, communication, and critical thinking skills. 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.