Clinical Nurse IV - Stepdown IRV; N Nights

UCI Health is one of California’s largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461‑bed health system that includes UCI Health — Orange, UCI Health — Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties.

As Orange County’s only academic health system, UCI Health is home to the only NCI‑designated comprehensive cancer center, the region’s only ACS‑verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, an ACEG Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department, and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County, and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research, and medical education.

The Staff Nurse Leader oversees clinical functions related to the delivery of patient care, the quality of nursing practice, and the standards of care for the assigned shift. This role coordinates patient care activities by directing staff and unit functions, maintaining clinical nursing practice skills, and providing patient‑centered advocacy. The leader also performs break relief coverage, troubleshoots and resolves issues as they arise, and serves as a role model and clinical resource to staff and patients.

• Demonstrated leadership skills based on a minimum of four leadership roles or responsibilities in the last three years (e.g., project team leadership, advanced leadership degree, Relief PCC, preceptor, practice council leadership, house supervisor, membership in a professional development program, quality council or PI team, skin prevalence nurse, clinical instructor, EPIC Superuser).
• Minimum five years of recent acute‑care RN experience, including at least four years in a step‑down or ICU level of care environment.
• Complete understanding of patient classification systems and staffing requirements for the patient population.
• All external candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Ability to work variable shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• ANCC‑recognized RN certification that is uniquely applicable to this specific unit (general certifications such as WCC are not acceptable).

• Understanding of applicable regulatory requirements.
• Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

• Registered Nurse
• Basic Life Support
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support

• Bachelor of Science, Nursing

UCI Health offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical insurance, paid sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to discounts and perks. For more information on compensation practices and benefits, visit the relevant pages on our website.

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug‑Free Environment
• Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:
  The final candidate must disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions, allegations, or ongoing investigations related to misconduct within the past seven years.
• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E‑Verify
• Pre‑Placement Health Evaluation

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 categories covered by the UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities.

For reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, contact UCI’s Employee Experience Center at eec or (949) 824‑0500, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization.