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Scripps Health

RN - Stepdown - Float Pool - La Jolla - Nights

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What they do

A PCU or Stepdown Registered Nurse cares for hospital patients who need close monitoring but not intensive care. Works in a hospital unit typically called Progressive Care Unit or Stepdown Unit. Monitors life signs and medications for patients who are progressing from more critical to less critical care. Works under the supervision of a physician, as part of a hospital nursing team.

$109,385 / year median in California

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) -
Stepdown Float Pool Schedule:
72 hours per 2-week pay period | 12-hour night shifts
Location:
Scripps Memorial La Jolla and Green Hospital in La Jolla This position is eligible for New Hire and Relocation Incentives up to $7K . 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 2025. Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications. Beckers Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2024 list of 150 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. The RN in the Float Pool will float between Scripps La Jolla, widely known for the Prebys Cardiovascular Institute and Scripps Green Hospital campus recognized for their transplant program and spine services. This is the ideal position for someone who enjoys a fast-paced, busy atmosphere and appreciates the lean processes that the leaders and care teams are striving towards. As RN in the Float Pool, you will have the opportunity to float to Definitive Observation. Enjoy the variety working for the Float Pool brings along with self-scheduling and 4-week scheduling which provides maximum flexibility.
Responsibilities include:
  • Providing direct patient care within the scope of your 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 their supervision.
  • Work 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

Benefits

  • Professional Development
  • Dental Insurance