Nursing Jobs in Santa Barbara, CA
$162,531 - $243,817 / YEAR
Job Description Cottage Health is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our team. This position will practice in the Pediatric and Pediatric Intensive Care Units (PICU) at our Children’s Medical Center, a pediatric regional referral center for the care of infants, toddlers, and children. You will also collaborate with Clinical Nurse Specialists throughout Cottage Health (NICU, Adult Critical Care, and Emergency). Qualifications Master’s degree in Nursing California RN license Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) license by the California Board of Registered Nursing BLS and PALS from the American Heart Association (AHA) CCNS-P, CCRN Pediatric, CPN, or PED-BC Three (3) years of full-time clinical nursing experience in Pediatrics and/or PICU. Preferred: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and 2 years of experience in leadership or practicing as an APP. Cottage Children’s Medical Center comprises an 18-bed Pediatric Unit, 8-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, 22-bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Grotenhuis Pediatric Clinics, and an active Pediatric Surgery Division. About Us Cottage Health is a leading acute care hospital system, located on the central coast of California, widely known for our superior patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health system operates primarily in Santa Barbara, Ca, since 1888, and consists of three acute care hospitals, a Rehabilitation Hospital, multiple clinics and a multi-site Urgent Care system. Our mission is to serve the central coast communities with excellence, integrity, and compassion. Every day we touch thousands of lives in many different ways, resolute in our mission to put patients first. We take pride in helping our patients get back to living their lives - in the places they love. Cottage Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cottage Health applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, gender, transgender, gender expression and identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status or any other classification protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the relationship between Cottage Health and an applicant or employee. Cottage Health is committed to upholding discrimination-free hiring practices. We strive to cultivate an environment where exceptional people bring diverse perspectives and find belonging, support and connection to their work. Any Cottage Health applicants who require assistance or reasonable accommodations during the application process may request the need for accommodation with the Recruiter. If you're already a Cottage Health employee, please apply on this link only. 
$105,332 - $129,526 / YEAR
OVERVIEW Under direct supervision, the Public Health Nurse provides professional public health nursing services in a variety of community settings focusing on promoting health and wellness through education, advocacy, referrals, primary care, case management, and service coordination. Our Public Health Nurses play a vital role in advancing health initiatives and programs throughout Ventura County aimed at protecting and promoting the health of individuals, families, and communities. Some of these programs include home visitation services providing case management and care coordination across the lifespan, communicable disease investigation, and specialty clinics such as the Tuberculosis Specialty Clinic and the Public Health Clinic. For more details on the various programs and services provided by Ventura County Public Health, please visit https://hca.venturacounty.gov/public-health/ . NOTE: Public Health's hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in public health nursing with a passion for outreach, education, and prevention-focused care. They are enthusiastic, customer service-oriented, and dedicated to providing the highest standard of care, improving community health, and advancing health equity. Additionally, they will be a compassionate advocate with excellent customer service skills, capable of effective patient interaction, communication, and engagement with individuals from diverse backgrounds. WHAT WE OFFER The County of Ventura offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements, that includes but not limited to: Educational/Bilingual Incentive: Some positions may be eligible for educational incentive. This incentive may be 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% for incumbents in eligible positions based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification. Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill. Certification Pay: $0.813 per hour based on scheduled work week hours for each qualified certification up to a maximum of five (5) certifications. One of the five certifications may be eligible to be paid at $2.00 per hour for a National Certification. List provided in the MOA, Exhibit 9. Weekend Shift Differential: $2.00 per hour Continuous County Service Incentive Pay: 1% for 7 years, 1.25% for 12 years and 1.5% for 17 years Preceptor Pay: $2.50 per hour Flexible Credit Allowance: Biweekly contribution towards medical, dental, and/or vision insurance from authorized plans. Pension Plan: Participation in the County's defined benefit plan. AGENCY/DEPARTMENT: Health Care Agency - Public Health PAYROLL TITLE: Registered Nurse-Public Health Registered Nurse-Public Health is represented by the California Nurses' Association (CNA) and is eligible for overtime compensation. Salary placement will be determined according to the current CNA memorandum of agreement. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future (including Temporary and Fixed-Term), Intermittent, and Extra-Help vacancies within the Ventura County Health Care Agency Public Health Department. There is currently one (1) Regular vacancy with the Public Health Clinic. TENTATIVE SCHEDULE: OPENING DATE: September 29, 2025 CLOSING DATE: Continuous and may close at any time; therefore, the schedule for the remainder of the process will depend upon when we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications to meet business needs. FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS: October 13, 2025 Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Provides public health nursing services in a variety of settings, such as homes, clinics, programs, and the community; Performs health assessments and intervention plans for population groups and geographical areas; Identifies and evaluates both systems and individuals, medical, psychosocial, and socio-economic barriers to optimal health and well-being and takes the appropriate steps to mitigate their impact; Collaborates with other agencies and community-based organizations on behalf of individual, family, and community health promotion; Recognizes multicultural practices and beliefs, and their impact on health behaviors; Develops, implements, and evaluates nursing care plans based on identified individual, family or community needs, strengths, and availability of resources; Refers individuals and families to community partners based on identified bio-psychosocial needs; Responds to public health emergencies and disasters as needed, utilizing the nursing skills authorized under their professional scope of practice; Travels to client homes, community events, and various work locations; and Performs other related duties as required. These are entrance requirements to the examination process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list. EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE Possession of a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) Completion of a Public Health Nursing (PHN) program which meets the California Board of Registered Nursing requirements for certification as a Public Health Nurse NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT Must possess and maintain a current, valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of California Must possess and maintain a current, valid State of California Public Health Nurse Certificate Must have a current, valid Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification by the first day of employment and maintain it thereafter Must possess and maintain a current, valid California Class C driver license Depending upon the area of assignment, additional specialty experience and/or certification(s) may be required DESIRED Bilingual in English/Spanish KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES Knowledge of: public health nursing theory and practices; basic nursing skills; community resources as they relate to public health nursing; and safe driving practices. Ability to: exercise independent judgment and plan, organize and carry out public health nursing activities; assist individuals and families with satisfactory solution of health problems; maintain nursing documentation and records; maintain confidentiality of patient/client information; operate/utilize specialized nursing equipment, tools and supplies relevant to the position; operate standard office equipment; utilize various software programs relevant to the position; analyze situations accurately and take effective actions; operate a motor vehicle; establish and maintain effective interpersonal relations with individuals, families and agencies; communicate effectively both orally and in writing. FINAL FILING DATE: This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources, Health Care Agency no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. To apply on-line, please refer to our web site at https://venturacounty.gov/ . If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 677-5184 for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources-Health Care Agency, 646 County Square Drive, Ventura, CA 93003. LATERAL TRANSFER OPTION: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here for additional information. Note to Applicants: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE – qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this exam at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the exam process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in the application being removed from consideration. APPLICATION EVALUATION – 100%: An application evaluation will be conducted. A score will be assigned to each application based on established criteria. Such score will be considered as the final score for placement on the eligible list. Candidates successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information and driving record is required for this position. For further information about this recruitment, please contact Maritza David by e-mail at Maritza.David@venturacounty.gov or by telephone at (805) 677-5162. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. 
$108,312 - $129,526 / YEAR
Under direction, the incumbent is responsible for providing professional direct or indirect nursing care to patients in both the preoperative and post-anesthesia phases. Preoperative nurses play a critical role in preparing patients for surgery by conducting comprehensive assessments, reviewing medications, coordinating diagnostic testing, and ensuring all necessary consent and documentation are complete. They educate patients about the surgical process and provide emotional support to reduce anxiety, while also confirming physical readiness through proper attire and the removal of personal items to maintain safety and compliance with protocols. Following surgery, post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) nurses care for patients as they recover from anesthesia, monitoring vital signs, levels of consciousness, and overall responsiveness. Because patients may experience confusion, pain, nausea, or difficulty breathing, and may not be able to clearly communicate their needs, PACU nurses must proactively observe and respond to subtle cues. This role demands quick decision-making in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment to ensure patients safely regain consciousness and stabilize after surgery. PAYROLL TITLE: Registered Nurse II WHAT WE OFFER: The County of Ventura offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements, that includes: Educational Incentive - An educational incentive of 2.5% for completion of an associate's degree, 3.5% for completion of a bachelor's degree, OR 5% for completion of a graduate's degree. Bilingual Incentive - Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill. Proficiency levels by exam are $.69 per hour (Level I), $1.00 per hour (Level II), or $1.32 per hour (Level III). Certification Pay - $0.813 per hour based on scheduled work week hours for each qualified certification up to a maximum of five (5) certifications. One of the five certifications may be paid at $2.00 per hour for a National Certification. Evening Shift Differential - 7.5% Night Shift Differential – 15% Weekend Shift Differential - $ 2.00 per hour Continuous County Service Incentive Pay - 1% for 7 years, 1.25% for 12 years and 1.5% for 17 years Preceptor Pay – $2.50 per hour House Supervisor Pay - $4.00 per hour Charge Nurse Premium Pay - $2.50 per hour Float Nurse Premium Pay - $2.50 per hour In House Registry Pay - Non-overtime is 1.75 straight time base hourly rate Overtime is 2 times base pay straight time base hourly rateStandby Premium Pay – ¼ of regular hourly wage or Federal minimum wage (whichever is greater) Health Plans - Biweekly contribution towards medical, dental, and/or vision insurance from authorized plans. Flexible Spending Accounts - Pre-tax benefit towards eligible medical, dental, and vision care expenses. Pension Plan: Participation in the County's defined benefit plan. Additional Benefits - Tuition Reimbursement, Disability Plans, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program. To learn more about the benefits, please follow the link: https://vcportal.ventura.org/CEO/HR/MOA/docs/CNA_MOA_2023-2028.pdf AGENCY/DEPARTMENT: Health Care Agency - Ventura County Medical Center and/or Santa Paula Hospital Registered Nurse II is represented by the California Nurses' Association (CNA) and is eligible for overtime compensation. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-Term), Intermittent, and Extra Help vacancies within the Pre-Op/PACU unit. There are currently seven (7) Regular, Full-time vacancies, and one (1) intermittent vacancy within Ventura County Medical Center and/or Santa Paula Hospital. TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OPENING DATE: September 23, 2025 CLOSING DATE: Continuous and may close at any time.Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Uses the full scope of the Nurse Practice Act to assess, plan, organize, and provide nursing care to assigned patients; Conducts preoperative and postoperative assessments of the patients’ medical history, physical exam, vital signs, airway status, consciousness ABCs, pain, fluid/electrolyte balance, and psychological well-being; Reorients patients’ post-anesthesia and assesses the patient’s airways, bleeding, pain, signs and symptoms of distress; implements safety measures to prevent falls or injuries; evaluates readiness for discharge or transfer using Aldrete Scoring systems; Provides emotional support and education to patients and families regarding surgical procedures, pre-op preparation, post-op recovery, and discharge care; Ensures surgical readiness by reviewing medications, arranging diagnostics, obtaining signed consents, and confirming compliance with pre-op protocols; Follows prescribed doctors' orders concerning treatments and medications; Documents patient treatment and dispensing; makes patient observations; records and reports on all pertinent information, including changes in patient condition and general progress; Provides follow-through on judgment within the scope of accepted nursing practice; Assists doctors in examination and treatment; Provides unit organization and is responsible for completion of all delegated and indicated nursing duties by the end of the assigned shift; Assists in training, supervision and evaluation of new and ancillary personnel; Maintains current knowledge of nursing care developments and therapeutic measures; attends department in-services and staff development programs; May participate in quality assurance/utilization review or other non-direct patient care nursing assignments; and Performs other related duties as required. These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list. EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE Requires six (6) months of recent full-time acute care registered nursing experience in an acute hospital or equivalent setting, or completion of the Ventura County Medical Center competency requirements* as evaluated and approved by the Chief Nursing Executive. *These competency requirements are in conformance with the California Board of Registered Nurses nursing requirements. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must possess and maintain a current, valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of California, or Registered Nurse licensure in another state with California licensure pending. Must possess a current, valid Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification. Must possess and maintain a current, valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification. Must possess and maintain a current, valid Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification. Must be willing and able to obtain either a Trauma Care after Resuscitation (TCAR) certification within three (3) months, or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification within six (6) months of hire date. Willing and able to take calls after hours and on weekends. Successful completion of the Health Care Agency Pharmacology examination within three (3) months of employment is mandatory for assignments within the Health Care Agency. DESIRED Possess a current Trauma Care after Resuscitation (TCAR) certification. Possess a current Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of: the theory, techniques, and practices of professional nursing; preoperative and postoperative assessments; evaluation systems like Aldrete Score; medical terminology and hospital routine and equipment; and medicines and narcotics. Working ability to: plan and organize nursing care; train and supervise non-professional staff; establish and maintain the confidence of patients and staff; maintain confidentiality of patient/client information; work effectively in different healthcare and/or hospital departments or shifts as required; establish and maintain effective interpersonal relations with other staff members, patients, and their families; communicate effectively both orally and in writing. FINAL FILING DATE: This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it. Your application must be received by the County of Ventura Human Resources, Health Care Agency in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. To apply on-line, please refer to our website at www.ventura.org/hr . If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 677-5184 for application materials. Our address is: County of Ventura, Human Resources – Health Care Agency, 646 County Square Drive, Ventura, CA 93003. Note to Applicants: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application. LATERAL TRANSFER OPTION: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here for additional information. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination at the time of filing . The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in the application being removed from consideration. APPLICATION EVALUATION - Pass/Fail: An application evaluation will be conducted to determine whether or not each applicant possesses the required licensure and certification for this recruitment. Those candidates who do will be placed on the eligible list. Candidates successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A thorough pre-employment, post-offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record may be required for this position. For further information about this recruitment, please contact Erika Ayala by e-mail at Erika.Ayala@venturacounty.gov or by telephone at (805) 677-5164. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. 
