National University
Hiring nurses in San Diego, CA
From 2 postings and the employer’s site · Employer research Jul 2, 2026Sources
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- Med-Surg1 role · 2 who fit
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The short version
National University is a private, nonprofit university headquartered in San Diego, California, offering degree programs including a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Employer research, Jul 2, 2026
The hard parts
Employment is in academic/faculty roles only, not clinical nursing practice
Employer research, Jul 2, 2026
Part-time faculty positions may offer limited job security or benefits compared to full-time roles
Employer research, Jul 2, 2026
What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What does a usual day’s workload look like?
- Where would I work, and on which unit or team?
- Which requirements must I meet before applying, and which can wait until after hire?
Living in San Diego, CA
Trade harsh winters for coastal marine layers and post-shift surfs at Ocean Beach. San Diego balances premier healthcare hubs across Hillcrest and La Jolla with walkable craft breweries in North Park. With everyday costs running about 12% above the national average, your downtime is rewarded with year-round sunshine and sandstone bluffs along Torrey Pines.
Browse roles in San Diego- Metro price level · San Diego area
- 12% above the national average
- BEA index 111.9 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $2,313/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $108,077/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
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Sources
- nu.edu
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