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Clinical Activities Assistant - Skilled Nursing Care

San Diego, CA

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Overview

Rady Children’s nurses serve as local and global leaders in shaping how care is delivered to patients and families throughout our organization and in the communities we serve. Behind each nurse and their leader is the commitment to learn more, improve outcomes and empower individuals to seek innovative solutions. We are transforming the role of the caregiver, and in that transformation, we are partners in advancing the quality of care. Every day, we look for new pathways. It is a journey of excellence.

It’s not just caring about children that makes our nursing staff so special. It’s the magic! Our dedication to specialized training and sensitivity is perfected by caring for children 100% of the time. Rady Children’s is designed, equipped and staffed just for kids. As the region’s only pediatric trauma center, we care for children with the most severe medical emergencies to those with mild illnesses.

Rady Children's offers competitive salaries, robust benefits, generous paid time off, retirement savings with contribution match, employee recognition, Team Rady events and celebrations, along with other great perks. Join us in sunny San Diego!

  • Job Type: Full-time, Part-time & Per diem
  • Level: Entry-level & Mid-level
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Success Profile

What makes a successful Triage Nurse at Rady Children’s Hospital? Check out the traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.

  • Adaptable
  • Collaborative
  • Compassionate
  • Courageous
  • Positive
  • Quick-thinking

Culture

  • Consistently excellent in providing the highest level of care for our patients.
  • Ensuring that our nursing team receives support, rewards and career advancement opportunities.
  • Committed to improving outcomes and empowering individuals to seek innovative solutions.
  • Collaborative, respectful and dedicated to care, research and teaching.
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Career Path

Rady Children’s Hospital offers many career paths to support your immediate and future success.

  • CN I
  • CN II
  • CN III
  • Supervisor
  • Manager
  • Case Manager
  • Nurse Educator
  • Case Manager
  • Care Coordinator

It’s amazing to see these children go from weak to vibrant… The nurses who chose to come here are unique because they’re comfortable with these patients and are eager to give it their all… I’ve never worked with a more passionate group of nurses. Each and every one of them truly loves this patient population. They’re so dedicated and do such a great job.

Cheryle Pillow, Clinical Nurse III, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Rewards

We offer a robust Total Rewards Package in order to help our employees achieve and maintain overall physical, emotional and financial well-being for themselves and their families

  • Health Plan

    Medical, Dental, Vision

  • 403(b) Retirement Plan

    Match that increases with years of service

  • Tuition Reimbursement

    Up to $10,000 per year, paid time off for seminars

  • Life and Disability Insurance

  • Competitive Salaries

    Annual merit increases, longevity increases, success sharing, paid leave cash-out program

  • Awards & Recognition

    Milestone awards, CARES recognition

Responsibilities

Job ID
18007
Date posted
07/11/2026
Schedule
Full-Time
Shift
Day
Department
  Skilled Nursing Care

JOB SUMMARY:

Work with clinical team to manage resident education plans, equipment, services & appointments, including transportation. Participate as an active member of the Interdisciplinary Team providing input on appointments, programs, equipment & services. Work as a CNA to provide direct patient care when requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

H.S. Diploma,GED,or Equivalent

3 Years of Experience

BLS for Health Providers (AHA)

CA Driver's License

Certified Nursing Assistant

The current salary range for this position is $22.00 to $30.27

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.

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