RN - Definitive Observation Unit / Tele - Benefit Eligible

This is a Full Time, 12-Hour Varied Shift, position located at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.

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

Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.

Why join Scripps Health?

AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE:

* #5 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care 2023

* #78 in 2023 PEOPLE Companies that Care

* Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for 2024

* Recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024

* Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.

We invite you to join our highly engaged team of Registered Nurses in the 72 Bed, Definitive Observation Unit (DOU) located in the Prebys Cardiovascular Institute on the Scripps Memorial La Jolla campus. Our DOU specializes in Cardiac Care (Intervention, Pre/Post Open Heart Surgery and LVADs). This is a fast paced unit with high turnover in patient population. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, engaged, resilient and someone that thrives in a challenging and ever-changing work environment.

The RN is responsible for providing direct patient care within the scope of his/her practice. Patient care includes assessment, planning and implementing a plan of care and evaluating patients' progress towards expected outcomes. The RN takes primary responsibility for the patients' care as delivered by the Care Team under his/her supervision. Works collaboratively with other members of the patient care team to ensure optimal patient care.

New Hire and Relocation Incentive eligible. 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.

Required Qualifications:

• One (1) year of recent RN experience (6 months in an inpatient setting)
• Registered nursing degree from an accredited school of nursing
• California Registered Nurse License
• Current American Heart Association BLS
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be able to demonstrate positive behaviors
• Must be able to speak, read and follow instructions in English

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing
• Previous Tele, PCU or Stepdown Experience
• Current American Heart Association ACLS