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Registered Nurse - Juvenile Justice System (BCH-Oakland)

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Aug 2026

About the role

The staff registered nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who practices within the framework of primary nursing and assumes responsibility and accountability for the care and education of patients and their families over a designated period of time. The RN directs and provides patient care utilizing the nursing process, therapeutic use of self, appropriate and instrumentation, and collaboration with other members of the healthcare team.

Responsible for maintaining the knowledge and abilities essential to the performance of stated behaviors. Carries out legal responsibilities within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum of one (1) year of RN experience in a juvenile justice system and/or correctional center.
This position requires the flexibility to orient and work in all UCSF Health locations

Preferred Qualifications:

One (1) year experience working in ED or Med/Surg specialty
Previous pediatric nursing experience

Licensure/Certifications:

Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
Current American Heart Association (BLS) CPR certification

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

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. Additional information about UCSF is available here.

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html