RN Registered Nurse Per Diem - Cardiology Clinic

(RN) Registered Nurse Per Diem - Cardiac EP - 137823

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Title:

NURSE PD

Department: CARDIAC ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY

Hiring Pay Scale: $86.55 / Hour

Worksite: Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center

Appointment Type: Per Diem

Appointment Percent: 20%

Union: NX Contract

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hour Shifts, Monday - Friday

Filing Deadline: Fri 1/2/2026

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.

This position functions within a fast paced, multi specialty cardiovascular clinic that serves patients in Heart Failure, Electrophysiology, Interventional Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, General Cardiology, and Stroke. The clinic RN delivers direct patient care, including administering IV diuretics, and provides ongoing coordination of outpatient services for the clinic’s diverse patient population. Key responsibilities include telephone triage for symptom related concerns, medication and care plan questions, and providing cardiology pre‑procedure instructions.

The RN also supports same‑day access to care when appropriate to help reduce emergency department visits and prevent avoidable readmissions. This role requires autonomous nursing practice, with the nurse assessing patient needs and implementing appropriate interventions based on clinical competence, professional expertise, and specialized knowledge. The RN is expected to practice independently in accordance with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance, applying sound clinical judgment within an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary care environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a graduate of 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.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience as an outpatient/ambulatory care registered nurse.
• Cardiology clinic experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skill.
• Recent telephonic triage experience for multi‑specialty cardiology patients.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BSN.

Special

Conditions:

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre‑employment physical.
• Must be able to work specific days of the week based on clinic’s business needs.
• Must be able to float to Encinitas, Banker’s Hill, and Medical Offices South cardiology clinic locations.

Pay Transparency Act:

Annual Full Pay Range: $180,716 - $180,716 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%).

Hourly Equivalent: $86.55 - $86.55.

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).

Vaccination & Life‑Support Requirements:

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.

Life‑support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessment; online‑only certification is not acceptable.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,…