RN - Seasonal Ed RN (Non-Traveler)

Scripps Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on/relocation incentives

Contract completion bonuses

Benefits after day 60

Job summary

Scripps Health is seeking a Seasonal ED RN to join the Central San Diego County system. The role is a temporary, limited-tenure position with three 12-hour shifts weekly and an initial 13‑week contract. Extensions of 4, 8, or 13 weeks may be offered based on need and availability.

After completing 26 total weeks, the RN must pause for 6 months before returning to another seasonal role. Opportunities exist to apply to core or SSRS permanent positions if available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months of recent RN experience in an adult emergency department.
• Current CA RN License.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
• Registered nursing degree from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must be able to speak, read and follow instructions in English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate positive behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in the ED as a seasonal RN.
• Coordinate with ED staff and unit assignments per contract.
• Maintain shift coverage per 12‑hour shifts and three shifts per week.

Skills

Emergency department experience

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Positive attitude

Education

CA RN license

RN degree

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Description

Seasonal ED RNs are Scripps Health employees, not travelers, but are hired into a temporary/limited-tenure position.

• Seasonal hires are assigned full-time hours, consisting of three 12-hour shifts per week.
• The initial contract term is 13 weeks.
• Contracts may be extended by 4, 8, or 13 weeks, based on organizational needs and the RN's availability.
• Seasonal assignments may not exceed 26 total weeks.

Once a Seasonal RN has completed 26 total weeks, they must leave the organization for at least 6 months before returning to another seasonal role. At that time, they may also choose to apply to open positions & move into a core or SSRS permanent position, if available.

Unit and Shift Assignment- Shift and location assignments are determined based on unit request. Seasonal RNs may be contracted directly to a specific unit (work entire contract at one location & shift) or assigned to the SSRS ED RN float pool (work a variety of Scripps Eds/UC), depending on operational need. Staff do not choose their assigned location or shift. All of these departments operate on 12-hour shifts.

Seasonal RNs may be assigned to any of the following locations:

• Encinitas ED
• Green Hospital (Torrey Pines) 24-Hour Urgent Care
• La Jolla ED
• Chula Vista ED
• San Diego ED
• Rancho Bernardo Urgent Care (day shift only)
• Jefferson (Oceanside) Scripps Urgent Care (day shift only)

Typical Assignment Pattern

Typically, Seasonal ED RNs are assigned to one location and one shift for their initial 13-week contract. If the RN is available for an extension, the first consideration is whether there is a continued need at the same location. If not, extension opportunities may be offered at another Scripps ED or Urgent Care site.

Compensation

• Base pay: Flat hourly rate of $68.03/hour
• Benefits: Available beginning on day 60, if elected
• Night shift differential: $7.24/hour for hours worked between 7:00 PM and 7:00 AM

Extension / Completion Bonuses- Seasonal RNs are also eligible for contract completion bonuses as follows:

• 4-week extension: $2,700
• 8-week extension: $5,500
• 13-week extension: $9,000

Bonus Eligibility

Completion bonuses are paid upon successful completion of the limited-tenure agreement. To qualify, the RN must:

• Complete 408 hours, and
• Have no formal corrective actions on file

This position is eligible for New Hire and Relocation Incentives. Seasonal positions are eligible for completion incentives. Ask your Talent Advisor for details.

The following are not eligible for hiring incentives:

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

In order to remain eligible for your retention incentive the following criteria must be met:

• 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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 18 months of recent RN experience in an adult emergency department.
• Current CA RN License.
• Current American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
• Registered nursing degree from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must be able to speak, read and follow instructions in English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate positive behaviors.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• TNCC Certification

Travel Requirements:

• May be assigned to the following Scripps Health campuses: Encinitas, La Jolla, San Diego and Chula Vista. May also be assigned to Torrey Pines or Rancho Bernardo Urgent Care.

Job

RN

Primary Location

Central San Diego County-SAN DIEGO-SCRIPPS SYSTEMWIDE RESOURCE SERVICES

Work Locations

SCRIPPS SYSTEMWIDE RESOURCE SERVICES

4555 EXECUTIVE DR

SAN DIEGO 92121

Organization

Scripps Health Corp

Job Posting

Sep 14, 2026, 8:00:23 PM

Benefit Status

FT - FULL-TIME WITH BENEFITS

Minimum Rate (USD)

57.00

Maximum Rate (USD)

81.60

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.