Registered Nurse - RN – DOU / PCU - Nights

$59.16 - $85.68 / hour

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas has served North County’s coastal communities since 1978. We’re located at Santa Fe Drive and I-5, within walking distance of a park, fitness center, grocery store, pharmacy and restaurants.

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas’ campus includes Scripps Clinic Encinitas and an outpatient imaging center. We’re home to notable specialty programs including a 24-hour emergency room, accredited stroke care, physical rehabilitation services (including a brain injury day treatment program), our Baby Friendly birthing pavilion and a Level II neonatal intensive care unit.

RN DOU / PCU

Full-Time | 12-Hour Night Shift

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas has served North County’s coastal communities since 1978. The PCU / DOU opened in 2014 with 36 beds, all private rooms. As a designated stroke unit for stepdown population, our highly engaged nurses provide exceptional patient care in a compassionate, welcoming environment. Our nurses thrive in a culture that is team-oriented and focused on quality care and patient experience. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 months experience working in PCU or Stepdown Unit.

We invite you to join our team of Registered Nurses 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. With quality patient and family-centered care in mind, 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.

This is a Full Time (72 hours per pay period), 12-Hour Night Shift, position located at Scripps Memorial Encinitas.

Required Qualifications

Current CA RN License
One (1) year of recent RN experience in an acute care hospital setting
Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS Certification
Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider ACLS Certification
Must be able to speak, read and follow instructions in English
Must be able to demonstrate positive behaviors

Preferred Qualifications

NIHSS Certification
PCU, Stepdown or Tele Experience
Bachelor's degree in Nursing

At Scripps Health, you will experience the pride, support and respect of an organization that has been repeatedly recognized as one of the nation’s Top 100 Places to Work.

You’ll be surrounded by people committed to making a difference in the lives of their patients and their teammates. So if you’re open to change, go ahead and unlock your potential.

Position Pay Range: $59.16-$85.68/hour

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