UC San Diego
(RN) Per Diem Registered Nurse - NBMU Nights - 137228
UC San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Location
Hillcrest, 200 West Arbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92103, United States
Job Title #137228 (RN) Per Diem Registered Nurse - NBMU Nights (Filing Deadline: Tue 12/16/2025)
Introduction UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.
DESCRIPTION UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, 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 Neuropsychiatry and Behavioral Medicine Unit (NBMU) Adult Service is an 18-bed locked inpatient unit for patients age 18 years and older with a variety of psychiatric conditions. Treatment takes place within a multidisciplinary team format with shared responsibility and includes the following: pharmacotherapy; psychotherapeutic and behavioral interventions; electroconvulsive therapy; family therapy; neuropsychological assessments; group therapy; recreational therapy; and health education.
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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the State of California
BART or BLS certification at time of hire with commitment to obtain BART within six (6) months of hire date
Minimum of one (1) year of inpatient psychiatric RN experience
Extensive knowledge of DSM-5 psychiatric diagnosis and plan of care/treatment; antipsychotic, anti‑anxiety, mood stabilizers, antidepressants, and other applicable psychiatric medications
Ability to critically handle unexpected challenges in a psychiatric setting and create a plausible solution in a team‑centered environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
BSN
ANCC certified as a Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse
Bilingual English/Spanish
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
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
Per diem shift requirement is an average of one shift per week. Must be available one weekend shift every four weeks and one major holiday. This is subject to change based on department needs
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
EEO Statement The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Vaccination & Clinical Policy 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.
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Job Title #137228 (RN) Per Diem Registered Nurse - NBMU Nights (Filing Deadline: Tue 12/16/2025)
Introduction UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.
DESCRIPTION UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, 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 Neuropsychiatry and Behavioral Medicine Unit (NBMU) Adult Service is an 18-bed locked inpatient unit for patients age 18 years and older with a variety of psychiatric conditions. Treatment takes place within a multidisciplinary team format with shared responsibility and includes the following: pharmacotherapy; psychotherapeutic and behavioral interventions; electroconvulsive therapy; family therapy; neuropsychological assessments; group therapy; recreational therapy; and health education.
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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the State of California
BART or BLS certification at time of hire with commitment to obtain BART within six (6) months of hire date
Minimum of one (1) year of inpatient psychiatric RN experience
Extensive knowledge of DSM-5 psychiatric diagnosis and plan of care/treatment; antipsychotic, anti‑anxiety, mood stabilizers, antidepressants, and other applicable psychiatric medications
Ability to critically handle unexpected challenges in a psychiatric setting and create a plausible solution in a team‑centered environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
BSN
ANCC certified as a Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse
Bilingual English/Spanish
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
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
Per diem shift requirement is an average of one shift per week. Must be available one weekend shift every four weeks and one major holiday. This is subject to change based on department needs
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
EEO Statement The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Vaccination & Clinical Policy 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.
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