RN - Emergency Department (ED) Transition Program - February 2027

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

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Scripps Health invites applicants to join the Emergency Nursing Transition Program, designed to move experienced RNs and new grads into an ED nursing role within the system. The program combines eLearning, lectures, hands-on skills, and clinical orientation across Scripps EDs, with site-based placements and a pathway to full-time employment.

Interviews include a HireVue on-demand video, followed by live interviews for selected candidates.

Qualifications

• Current California RN license required before start date
• BLS for Health Care Provider, ACLS, and PALS from the American Heart Association required before start date
• NRP required within 6 months of hire (applicable to Chula Vista employees only)
• All Candidates: completion of an accredited nursing program and able to speak, read, and follow instructions in English
• New Grad RNs with EMT, Paramedic, ED Tech, Corpsman, or Patient Care Assistant ED experience may be considered

Responsibilities

• Complete the Emergency Nursing Transition Program and transition to a full-time position on your unit
• Willing to work a varied shift schedule during the program
• Willing to work night shift after program completion
• Attendance in all program sessions is mandatory

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

English language proficiency

Communication

Education

Accredited nursing program

BSN preferred

Job description

Applications for this program will be accepted by current Scripps Health employees 10/11/26 - 10/17/26. External candidates will have the opportunity to apply 10/11/26 - 10/13/26.

Important External Posting Note: This job posting is scheduled to be available for the general public to apply to on 10/11/26, however it may not appear on the website until later in the morning due to system update times.

The Scripps Health Emergency Nursing Transition Program facilitates the transition of experienced RNs and New Grads with varied clinical backgrounds to an advanced beginner Emergency (ED/ER) Nurse. During the program, trainees are supported as they develop knowledge and skills to care for the challenging and varied population of patients that seek care in the Emergency Department setting. The classroom portion is system-wide. Positions and clinical training are site-based.

The program utilizes four teaching modalities:

• eLearning - Scripps specific modules and modules based on the Emergency Nursing Association core curriculum
• Lectures that generalize the didactic to the bedside
• Hands-on skills and simulation learning
• Clinical orientation with trained preceptors in the Emergency Departments across the system

At the end of the program, trainees will transition to a full-time position on their unit. Additionally, trainees should expect to work the night shift on their unit after the completion of the program unless otherwise specified by the hiring leader.

Core Program Dates: 2/8/27 - 5/1/27
Expanded New Grad Program Dates: 1/25/27 - 6/12/27-7/10/27 (varies depending on location)
Internal Application Period: 10/11/26 - 10/17/26
External Application Period: 10/11/26 - 10/13/26
Interview Period: 10/26/26 - 11/20/26

Interviews:

• Qualified candidates will receive an invitation to record a HireVue On-Demand Video Interview. The link to complete the video interview expires 72 hours from the timestamp on the emailed invitation.
• Hiring leaders will review these videos and invite selected candidates to schedule a live interview during the interview period.

Selected Candidates:

• New hires, rehires, and all New Grad RNs must be available to start on 1/25/27
• Must be willing to work a varied shift schedule during the program
• Must be willing to work night shift after the completion of the program
• Must be available to complete the entire program - class attendance is mandatory
• NOTE: There is no paid time off (PTO) allowed during the program

Please review the hiring locations and eligibility criteria below carefully. Confirm which location(s) you are eligible to apply for based on your candidate status (Internal/External and Experienced RN/New Grad RN). You will be asked to select your primary and secondary location preferences during the application process. Availability is subject to change.

• Open to both internal and external candidates:

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
    • Accepting applications from Experienced RNs & New Grads
  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego
    • Accepting applications from Experienced RNs & New Grads

• Open to internal candidates only:

  • Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista
    • Accepting applications from Experienced RNs & New Grads
  • Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
    • Accepting applications from Experienced RNs only
  • Scripps Systemwide Services (SSRS) (Floats to all Scripps Emergency Department locations)
    • Accepting applications from Experienced RNs only

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Qualifications

Minimum License/Certification Requirements:

• Current California RN license required before start date
• BLS for Health Care Provider, ACLS, and PALS from the American Heart Association required before start date
• NRP required within 6 months of hire (applicable to Chula Vista employees only)

Minimum Experience/Education/Skills Requirements:

• Experienced RN Requirement:
  • 1 year of experience, preferably in an acute care (hospital), inpatient setting
• New Grad RN Requirements:
  • New Grad RNs who have EMT, Paramedic, ED Tech, Corpsman, or Patient Care Assistant in the ED setting experience will be considered
  • New Grads who have completed a preceptorship in an ED setting may be considered
  • New Grads must have completed/graduated from an accredited nursing program within the past 12 months at time of application (or will soon graduate) and have 6 months or less of paid RN experience.
  • Prefer New Grads to graduate at least 8 weeks prior to the program start date.
• All Candidates:
  • Completion of an accredited nursing program
  • Must be able to speak, read, and follow instructions in English
  • Excellent interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• BSN preferred

Job

RN

Primary Location

Central San Diego County-SAN DIEGO-SCRIPPS CORPORATE OFFICES

Work Locations

SCRIPPS CORPORATE OFFICES
4555 EXECUTIVE DR
SAN DIEGO
92121

Organization

Scripps Health Corp

Job Posting

Oct 11, 2026, 7:00:00 AM

Benefit Status

FT - FULL-TIME WITH BENEFITS

Minimum Rate (USD)

59.16 - 85.68

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.