RN Registered Nurse - Cardiac Cath Lab

East Campus Medical Center (Alvarado Road), 6655 Alvarado Road, San Diego, CA 92120, United States

Registered Nurse – Cardiac Cath Lab (Part‑time)

Important Notes:

• Filing Deadline:
  Wed 1/7/2026
• This is a part‑time appointment.
• UCSD layoff from career appointment:
  Apply by 01/02/26 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 posting, pending the status of the initial internal CNA (NX) represented applicant pool.

Under general supervision, the Registered Nurse assesses patients and delivers care during cardiac and peripheral vascular catheterization procedures. The RN circulates or monitors diagnostic and interventional procedures for coronary, carotid, renal, and lower extremity cases. As the primary RN circulator, the nurse is responsible for patient care and accurate electronic documentation. The position also includes directing and providing guidance to other healthcare team members, promoting compliance, and supporting policies.

The RN builds trust in professional collegial relationships while maintaining a compassionate and professional attitude. Additionally, this role supports an excellent AMI program.

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 practices autonomously consistent with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance, exercising independent judgment within interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care.

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

• 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 obtain ART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Minimum one year of recent acute care RN experience in Cardiac Cath Lab.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to manage multiple levels of information and responsibilities, and to quickly assess moderately complex problems to develop potential solutions.
• Must have excellent skills to communicate and influence effectively with all levels of staff, physicians, patients and external constituents, both verbally and in writing.

• BSN/MSN.
• RCIS, CEN or CCRN certification.
• Three or more years of recent cardiac cath lab RN experience.

• On call 5:30 pm–7 am Monday‑Friday, 24‑hour call both Saturday and Sunday.
• Must be able to wear a lead apron.
• 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.

• Annual Full Pay Range: $131,335 – $184,078 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
• Hourly Equivalent: $62.90 – $88.16

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).

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.

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