RN Critical Care Transport Registered Nurse
Listed on 2026-03-02
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, ICU Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Emergency Medicine
POSITION DETAILS
Title:
Critical Care Transport Registered Nurse (RN)
• Posting : #137944
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Location:
Hillcrest and La Jolla sites, San Diego, CA 92093
• Shift: 5:30pm‑2:00am
• Extended Deadline:
Thu 03/05/2026
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.
Rehire Preference:
Apply by 01/16/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. Reassignment applicants should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. Current UC San Diego Health RN/NP applicants will be considered after the first 7 days of job posting; all additional applicants after 14 days, pending the status of the internal RN/NP applicant pool.
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: 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 Critical Care Transport (CCT) RN is an expert clinician in the nursing care of the adult ICU, IMU, and telemetry patient during the transport process. The CCT RN assesses, monitors, and intervenes when deemed necessary during transport. The CCT RN assumes clinical decision‑making responsibilities, based on an in‑depth assessment of the patient’s needs.
The CCT RN provides leadership by collaborating with colleagues and other health‑care professionals to provide best patient outcomes. As an expert nurse, the CCT RN uses evidence‑based knowledge and best practice to critically think and identify if the patient is able to safely tolerate transport.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Transport adult patients at a 1:2 ratio in the ICU, and non‑ICU monitored patients, to imaging locations/procedural areas.
- Involve transporters, staff, and other health‑care team members in the development of a plan to execute transports in a safe and timely manner.
- Utilize knowledge, skills, and critical thinking to efficiently focus on the most significant patient clinical needs relevant to transport.
- Maintain all competencies and required training to deliver best patient outcomes.
- Promote a climate of effective teamwork, communication and collaboration.
- Consult with nurse leaders and educators on developing strategies for performance improvement.
- Communicate regularly with staff on pertinent operational issues regarding transport.
- Promote a positive patient experience.
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.
- BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire, with commitment to obtain ART within six months of hire date.
- A minimum of two years of recent RN experience in a dedicated adult ICU inpatient unit.
- Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to manage multiple levels of information and responsibilities, and to quickly assess moderately complex problems to develop potential solutions.
- Ability to function in a high‑paced environment and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- BSN/MSN.
- Current critical care inter‑facility transfer experience.
- CEN, CCRN, TNCC, and/or BTLS/PHTLS certifications.
- Current cardiovascular/carino‑thoracic/surgical/trauma RN experience in a large acute care hospital.
- Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on‑call and locations based on the 24‑hour Medical Center’s business needs.
- Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre‑employment physical.
- Selected candidate may be hired at the CNIII level pending review and approval by the Nurse Executive Council.
Pay Transparency Act:
Annual Full Pay Range: $138,330 - $193,892 (prorated…
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