RN - Psych Acute - San Diego - Part Time - Evenings ID-11230

This is a Part Time with Benefits 8-hour Evening shift (40-hours per pay period position) located at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego in Hilcrest. 

New hire bonus eligible.

Why Join Scripps Health? 

Award-Winning Workplace:

  • Honored by Healthgrades on the 2024 list of America’s Best Hospitals, with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego and Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista ranking among the top 100. 
  • Nearly 25% of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years, reflecting our commitment to fostering long-term careers. 

Founded in 1890, Scripps Mercy Hospital is the oldest hospital in San Diego County, with campuses in Chula Vista and Hillcrest. The hospital features 700 licensed acute-care beds and is home to 1,300 physicians across both locations. At Scripps Health, we are dedicated to providing superior healthcare services in a compassionate, supportive environment. Our mission is to make a measurable, positive impact on the health of the communities we serve. 

We invite you to join our team of Registered Nurses in the 36-bed Psychiatric Acute Unit where the RNs are responsible for:

This position is eligible for New Hire Incentives.

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.

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Required Experience/Specialized Skills:

  • One (1) year of RN experience
  • Current CA Registered Nurse License
  • Current BLS from the American Heart Association
  • Must be able to demonstrate positive behaviors

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in nursing
  • Previous RN experience in Behavioral Health and/or ED experience
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