RN Lead - Ambulatory Surgery (OR) - La Jolla - 262003939
This is a Full time, benefited Lead OR RN position at the Ambulatory surgery center (Ximed) at La Jolla Memorial hospital. It is has an 8 hour day shift. No weekends, holidays or call. Incentives up to $7K for eligible new hires.Why join Scripps Health?At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated:Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2026.Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.Becker's Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2026 list of 165 top places to work in health care.We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology. Join our Ambulatory Surgery Department team as a Lead Registered Nurse (RN) at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. You will:Provides 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.***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 Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:Registered nursing degree from an accredited school of nursing.California Registered Nurse LicenseOne (1) year of recent surgery or operating room RN experience Current American Heart Association BLS provider certificationCurrent American Heart Association ACLS provider certificationMust be able to speak, read and follow instructions in EnglishMust be able to demonstrate positive behaviors. Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:Bachelor's degree in nursing3 years or more experience in Nursing experience is preferred2 years or more of related experienceCNOR certificateLeadership experience
: RN
: Central San Diego County-LA JOLLA-SCRIPPS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL LA JOLLA
SCRIPPS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL LA JOLLA
9888 GENESEE AVE
LA JOLLA 92037
: Scripps La Jolla Hospital
: Sep 3, 2026, 9:21:35 PM
Benefit Status: FT - FULL-TIME WITH BENEFITS
61.91 -
89.63
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