Magnet
Four-time Magnet-designated organization
UC San Diego Health says it is a four-time Magnet-designated organization.
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“UC San Diego Health has earned Magnet with Distinction.”
a four-time Magnet-designated organization and has earned Magnet with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
- Roles refreshed Nov 2, 2026
- Pay only where UC San Diego Health or a posting states it
- open roles
- 22
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Why nurses choose UC San Diego Health
Recognition
Magnet with Distinction
UC San Diego Health says it earned Magnet with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
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Recognition reflects professional nursing excellence
UC San Diego Health says the recognition reflects professional nursing excellence, innovation, exceptional patient outcomes, and an empowering practice environment.
employment.ucsd.eduCurrent openings at UC San Diego Health
- RN
- RN
- RN
- Variable, 12-Hour Shifts, Sunday - Saturday
- LVN
- Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday
- KOP Cancer Clinic
- LVN
- Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday
- KOP Cancer Clinic
- Magnet-designated
- RN
- 12-hour days
- Magnet-designated
- RN
- 12-hour nights
- LJ JMC 10 Postpartum
- Magnet-designated
- RN
- 12-hour nights
- RN
- Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday with occasional weekends
- FAC PRAC AMBULATORY FLOAT TEAM
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Who it fits
Best fit
- LPNs and LVNs: 3 of 22 roles accept an LPN or LVN
- Nurse practitioners: 3 of 22 roles are advanced practice roles
Not a fit
- New grads: 13 of 22 roles ask for nursing experienceNew grad jobs near San Diego
The hard parts
Management rated lowest among sub-categories at 3.5 out of 5 on Indeed
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Work-life balance rated moderately at 3.8 out of 5, suggesting room for improvement
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Internal CNA-represented RN/NP applicants receive priority consideration, potentially limiting external candidate opportunities during the first 7 days of postings
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Autonomous practice expectations in high-acuity settings like Surgical ICU may contribute to workload pressures
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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.
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
What to ask the recruiter (4)
- 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 is the usual patient load, and how often do nurses float?
Your next nursing job at UC San Diego Health starts with one application.
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Common questions
Does UC San Diego Health hire new grads?
13 of 22 roles ask for nursing experience, and none says it welcomes new grads.
Which shifts are open?
Of the 17 roles with a stated shift, 12 are day shifts, 4 are night shifts and 1 is a rotating shift.
Which units are hiring?
Oncology (4), float pool (3), ER (2), stepdown (2) and more.
How do I apply?
Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to UC San Diego Health, and we tell you what happens next.
Sources (3)
- employment.ucsd.edu/rn-registered-nurse-mission-control-141951/job/EB4CC29DCC989873566DB211BBFC053C
In its words, Why nurses choose UC San Diego Health
- health.ucsd.edu/locations/parking-la-jolla
Employer website
- medicare.gov/care-compare
Where UC San Diego Health stands
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