Registered Nurse - Pediatric CICU
Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit
Full Time
81241BR
Job Summary
Utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams. Carries out established nursing care for patients and performs related duties as required. Performs nursing care for patients with more complex needs, with assistance and supervision. Assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing team.
Department Description
The Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (PCICU) specializes in the care of children with complex congenital heart disease. Surgical procedures include repair of congenital heart defects and permanent pacemaker insertion. Medical interventions include management of acute/chronic heart failure, septic shock, renal and respiratory failure. Critically ill children are cared for with such treatment modalities as mechanical ventilation, inhaled nitric oxide, ventricular assist devices, temporary pacemaker therapy, peritoneal dialysis, continuous renal replacement therapy and acute hemodialysis.
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of one year of recent RN experience in Pediatric Critical Care (PICU, NICU, or PCICU) or a minimum of two years of recent RN experience in Adult Cardiac ICU.
- Active licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
- Active American Heart Association CPR Certification.
- Active American Heart Association PALS Certification.
- The flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Health locations.
Preferred Qualifications
- One year recent RN experience in a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit.
- CCRN Certification.
- BSN.
License/Certification
- Active Registered Nurse licensure in the State of California.
- Active American Heart Association CPR Certification.
- Active American Heart Association PALS Certification.
About UCSF
At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team. Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Organization
Health
Job Code and Payroll Title
009139 CLIN NURSE 2
Job Category
Nursing - Pediatric Critical Care, Nursing - Pediatric Services, Nursing - Pediatric-Other
Bargaining Unit
California Nurses Association (CNA) - Registered Nurses Unit (NX)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
90%
Location
Mission Bay (SF)
Shift
Days
Shift Length
12 Hours
