Operations Supervisor RN - Per Diem - La Jolla - Varied Shift

Scripps Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Scripps Health is seeking a Per Diem RN for a 12-hour varied shift at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla in the San Diego area. This position supports adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient care under supervision, emphasizing efficient throughput and quality patient care in a dynamic hospital setting.

The ideal candidate holds an active California RN license, BLS, and ACLS with at least three years of acute care nursing experience.

Qualifications

• Current California RN License.
• Current American Heart Association BLS.
• Current American Heart Association ACLS.
• At least three years of nursing experience in an acute care setting.
• Demonstrates excellence in clinical nursing practice.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing (preferred).
• Charge experience (preferred).

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

This is a Per Diem 12-hour Varied shift position located at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.

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• We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.
• Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.

Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla has been one of Southern California's premier medical centers for more than 90 years. With 444 licensed beds, we offer a wide range of clinical, surgical and specialty services, including a Level I Trauma Center and 24-hour emergency services. We are consistently recognized for quality patient care and we were the first hospital in San Diego to be designated a Magnet Hospital by the American Nursing Association for excellence in patient care.

The Operations Supervisor works under the supervision of the Director of Patient Care Services and is primarily responsible for providing clinical/patient care support, supporting efficient patient throughput, maintenance of standards, and assuming the administrative role in crisis/disaster situations. Additionally, the Operations Supervisor acts as a resource to facilitate timely and effective problem resolution in overall hospital operations for all departments and provides functional support for departments where these departments are closed.

The incumbent in this position provides support for care to adolescents, adults and geriatric patients. Performs other duties as assigned. Responds to and manages difficult patient care problems and unplanned or emergent events in cooperation with the staff while maintaining standards which ensure quality care. Promotes and maintains communication with nursing, medical, and management staff. Facilitates the process of hospital-wide operations in collaboration with the Unit Manager/Charge Nurses. Assists in the resolution of problems regarding patients, families, physicians, staff and takes appropriate follow-through action. In the case of drills and disasters, it coordinates efforts of all departments, communicating clearly, and tactfully. Acts as a professional role model and leader for staff including communication to appropriate managers of staff performance issues. Identifies the need for revision of, or the creation of policies, procedures, standards, or practice guidelines for the enhancement of patient care. Participates as a member of Nursing Management to identify and implement the goals and objectives of the service.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Current California RN License
• Current American Heart Association BLS
• Current American Heart Association ACLS
• At least three years of nursing experience in an acute care setting
• Demonstrates excellence in clinical nursing practice

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing
• Charge experience

  Job

  RN

  Primary Location

  Central San Diego County-LA JOLLA-SCRIPPS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL LA JOLLA

  Work Locations

  SCRIPPS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL LA JOLLA 9888 GENESEE AVE LA JOLLA 92037

  Organization

  Scripps La Jolla Hospital

  Job Posting

  Aug 31, 2026, 6:29:19 PM

  Benefit Status

  CA - CASUAL

  Minimum Rate (USD): 64.66 - Maximum Rate (USD): 93.61

  In compliance with the California Pay Transparency Act, Scripps Health posts the pay range for all jobs. Please note that actual pay will be determined based on relevant experience and internal equity within the pay range. Please also note this range is applicable for employees who reside in California only. A geographical pay differential may be applied for remote employees who reside out of state. Scripps Health strives to ensure that our employees receive equal pay for equal work in line with our commitment to being an equal opportunity employer.

  Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.