Charge Nurse - Stepdown Unit (Night Shift)

Scripps Health; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supervisor Incentive Plan

Industry-leading development programs

Job summary

Scripps Mercy Chula Vista is seeking an RN with clinical leadership for a 40-hour night shift in the Stepdown Unit. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and timely clinical intervention for high-acuity patients in a 35-bed unit.

This is a salaried position located in Chula Vista, CA, with opportunities for professional growth. Under the Patient Care Manager, you will lead staffing, prioritization, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to maintain high-quality care and operational

Qualifications

• Strong clinical judgment, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, organization, and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day unit operations, including staffing and patient assignments.
• Coordinate patient care and ensure timely clinical interventions for high-acuity patients.
• Drive efficient bed placement, transfers, and discharge processes for smooth patient flow.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team to plan individualized care and transitions.
• Model Scripps values and empower staff to deliver safe, compassionate care.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Organization

Team-building

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

BSN preferred

Job description

Scripps Mercy Chula Vista is seeking an RN with clinical leadership for a 40-hour night shift in the Stepdown Unit. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and timely clinical intervention for high-acuity patients in a 35-bed unit.

This is a salaried position located in Chula Vista, CA, with opportunities for professional growth. Under the Patient Care Manager, you will lead staffing, prioritization, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to maintain high-quality care and operational