RN - DOU - Green Hospital - La Jolla (NIGHTS)

Scripps Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Scripps Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Definitive Observation Unit (DOU) at Scripps Green Hospital in La Jolla, CA. This full-time night-shift role supports a 38-bed unit with 1:3 to 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratios and a focus on postoperative spine surgery, stroke, and neurology patients.

The position offers incentives for new hires and relocation up to $7K, with a strong team culture and opportunities for growth within a renowned health system.

Qualifications

• Registered nursing degree from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current CA RN License.
• One year of RN experience, 6 months in inpatient environment.
• Current American Heart Association, Healthcare Provider, BLS Certification.
• Ability to read, speak and follow English instructions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide individualized patient care in a stepdown/observation setting.
• Monitor postoperative patients, including vital signs and clinical status.
• Recognize and communicate changes in patient condition promptly to physicians and the care team.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support safe, effective care transitions.
• Maintain clear, compassionate communication with patients and their families.
• Promote an environment focused on restoring function, optimizing care, and honoring each patient's dignity, autonomy, and individuality.

Skills

Registered Nurse

BLS Certification

Education

RN degree

CA RN License

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Full Time - DOU

Schedule: 72 hours per 2-week pay period | 12-hour Night shifts (including weekends - 5 shifts (1 Friday, 1 Saturday, 1 Sunday +2 F/Sa/Sun of choice) per 4 week schedule
Location: Scripps Green Hospital in La Jolla

This position is eligible for New Hire and Relocation Incentives up to $7K .

Scripps Green Hospital is a 173-bed facility serving the La Jolla and greater San Diego communities since 1977. Known for outstanding clinical care, the hospital offers a broad range of medical and surgical services, including organ transplantation, oncology, orthopedic surgery, and blood and bone marrow transplantation.

Join the fast-paced Definitive Observation Unit (DOU) as a Registered Nurse. This 38-bed, stepdown-level unit provides care for postoperative spine surgery patients, higher-acuity medical-surgical patients, and stroke and neurology patients. Nurse-to-patient ratios are typically 1:3 or 1:4, based on patient acuity.

Responsibilities

As a Definitive Observation RN, you will:

• Coordinate and provide individualized patient care in a stepdown/observation setting
• Monitor postoperative patients, including vital signs and clinical status
• Recognize and communicate changes in patient condition promptly to physicians and the care team
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support safe, effective care transitions
• Maintain clear, compassionate communication with patients and their families
• Promote an environment focused on restoring function, optimizing care, and honoring each patient's dignity, autonomy, and individuality

The DOU features primarily private patient rooms, many with views of the Pacific Ocean and Torrey Pines Golf Course. You will join a supportive team dedicated to delivering exceptional care for patients with complex and evolving clinical needs.

The following are not eligible for hiring incentives:

• Internal candidates
• Rehires that left Scripps less than 3 years ago

Eligibility criteria for retention incentive

• Must remain in original hired FTE Status and Shift (if specified in offer letter)
• Must remain in original department/specialty
• Must remain in original Job Title
• Transfers to other locations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may result in forfeiting remaining incentive bonus unless specifically noted in your offer letter.

Required Qualifications

• Registered nursing degree from an accredited school of nursing
• Current CA RN License
• One (1) year of RN experience, 6 months in Inpatient environment
• Current American Heart Association, Healthcare Provider, BLS Certification
• Must be able to speak, read and follow instructions in English
• Must be able to demonstrate positive behaviors

Preferred Qualifications

• Six (6) months of RN experience Tele, DOU, PCU or Stepdown
• ACLS certification
• NIHSS certification
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Salary

Minimum Rate (USD): 59.16 - Maximum Rate (USD): 85.68

FT - FULL-TIME WITH BENEFITS

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.