RN – Emergency Services - Chula Vista - Full Time

$59.16 - $85.68 / hour

Located less than 10 miles from the US-Mexico border, the Chula Vista campus of Scripps Mercy serves the cities of Chula Vista, Otay Mesa, National City, Imperial Beach, Bonita and beyond.

Scripps Mercy Hospital consists of two campuses in San Diego and Chula Vista.

Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista provides a variety of medical and surgical services, including inpatient and outpatient care. Within the hospital you’ll find our 24-hour emergency room and many other specialty services ranging from cancer care to stroke care.

This is a Full Time, 12 Hour Day Shift, 72 hours per two week pay period, a position benefits eligible, located at Scripps Mercy Chula Vista Campus

This position is eligible for New Hire and Relocation Incentives up to $4K .

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?

Join our Emergency Services Department at Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista, serving San Diego County’s South Bay communities. We offer 24-hour emergency care and are consistently recognized for clinical excellence and patient safety by Healthgrades. Our department leads innovative efforts to reduce patient wait times and was the first to implement a sepsis code, serving as a model for all Scripps Health Emergency Departments. Employees describe the work environment as friendly, positive, and family-oriented, with strong collaboration among staff.

We are looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our 24-bed Emergency Department, where you will provide direct patient care, including assessment, care planning, and progress evaluation. You will lead the care team in ensuring optimal patient outcomes while working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.

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

Registered Nursing Degree from an Accredited School of Nursing
Active California RN license
BLS, ACLS, PALS Healthcare Provider Certifications through American Heart Association
NRP Healthcare Provider Certification through American Heart Association with 6 months of hire date
1 year of recent RN experience in an Adult Emergency Services department
Have excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrate positive behaviors
Must be able to speak, read and follow instructions in English.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in nursing
CEN – Certified Emergency 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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