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.

The East Campus Medical Center ICU consists of 24 beds; 14 ICU beds (located on the 2nd floor),& 10 critical care beds (located on the 5th floor). The Department provides care for adult medical and surgical patients requiring a high level of care as well as intensive monitoring. Conditions for which patients are typically admitted to the ICU include cardiac and cardiovascular disease, respiratory failure, neuro- muscular disease, renal failure, electrolyte abnormalities and hypovolemic shock. Post surgical patients typically include those having abdominal surgery, Bariatric surgery and spine surgery.

The Nurse Manager is involved in ensuring optimal patient outcomes through effective leadership and / or provision of patient care delivery in assigned nursing unit(s) or area(s). Promotes environment for a shared voice in nursing practice and exchange of ideas to continually improve nursing and patient care outcomes. Accountable for the quality, safety, patient experience and cost-effectiveness of patient care. Consults and collaborates with other health care professionals to coordinate the management of patient care. Serves as a resource to staff, physicians, students and others.

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

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.

• Registered Nurse (RN) issued by the state of California.

• Current ART certification, or BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to get ART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Seven (7+) or more years of relevant experience, including at least three (3) years of adult ICU RN experience in an acute care hospital.

• Three (3+) or more years of recent RN supervisory or management experience.

• Proven hospital management skills, with progressive expertise in patient care services.

• Knowledge to manage disaster incidents, sentinel events and ability to problem solve with critical thinking skills.

• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant healthcare information technology and patient care workflows and processes.

• Proven knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements, as well as related legislative, accreditation, licensing and compliance environments.

• Must have excellent skills to communicate and effectively influence all levels of staff, physicians, patients and external constituents, both verbally and in writing.

• Master's Degree in Nursing or relevant area.

• Specialty certification in relevant area (e.g. CCRN).

• Process improvement / Lean Six Sigma experience.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.