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Registered Nurse Emergency Department

UC San Diego Health
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026

Company Description

UC San Diego Health is the leading academic health system in the San Diego region, with nearly 60 years of service to the community. Its facilities include Hillcrest Medical Center, Jacobs Medical Center in La Jolla, the Moores Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Center, and the Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, among others. As part of the renowned UC San Diego School of Medicine, the health system is deeply committed to advancing patient care through research, education, and innovation. UC San Diego Health strives to deliver exceptional care and address the community's needs while creating a healthier world through groundbreaking medical science and new discoveries.


Role Description

The Registered Nurse, Emergency Department role is a full-time, on-site position based in San Diego, CA. The role involves providing high-quality, compassionate patient care within the fast-paced environment of the Emergency Department. Key responsibilities include assessing, planning, and implementing nursing care, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, prioritizing critical cases, and ensuring compliance with clinical standards and protocols. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to patient safety, effective communication, and maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.


Qualifications

  • Competency in Emergency Nursing and providing patient-centered care in urgent and high-pressure scenarios.
  • Strong expertise in Nursing and Patient Care, with a focus on assessment, treatment planning, and patient education.
  • Knowledge and experience in Critical Care Medicine and emergency medical interventions.
  • Familiarity with general Medicine principles and practices relevant to emergency settings.
  • Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of California.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are required.
  • Experience in an acute care Emergency Department or Trauma Center is strongly preferred.
  • Excellent critical thinking, teamwork, and communication skills.

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