Scripps Health Administrative Services supports our five hospital campuses, 31 outpatient centers, clinics, emergency rooms, urgent care sites, along with our 17,000 employees, more than 3,000 affiliated physicians and 2,000 volunteers.
Applications for this program will be accepted by current Scripps Health employees 2/15/2026 - 2/21/2026. External candidates will have the opportunity to apply 2/15/2026 - 2/17/2026.
Important External Posting Note: This job posting is scheduled to be available for the general public to apply to on 2/15/26, however it may not appear on the website until later in the morning due to system update times.
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.
The Scripps Health Emergency Nursing Transition Program facilitates the transition of experienced RNs and New Grads with varied clinical backgrounds to an advanced beginner Emergency (ED/ER) Nurse. During the program, trainees are supported as they develop knowledge and skills to care for the challenging and varied population of patients that seek care in the Emergency Department setting. The classroom portion is system-wide. Positions and clinical training are site-based.
The Program Utilizes Four Teaching Modalities
Core Program Dates: June 1, 2026 - August 22, 2026
Program dates will be expanded for New Grad RNs: May 18, 2026 - October 3/October 31, 2026 (varies depending on location)
Internal Application Period: February 15, 2026 - February 21, 2026
External Application Period: February 15, 2026 - February 17, 2026
Interview Period: March 2, 2026 - March 27, 2026
Interviews
To be considered for this program all qualified candidates are required to submit an application and record a HireVue/Modern Hire On-Demand Video Interview.
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
Applications for this program will be accepted by current Scripps Health employees 2/15/2026 - 2/21/2026. External candidates will have the opportunity to apply 2/15/2026 - 2/17/2026.
Important External Posting Note: This job posting is scheduled to be available for the general public to apply to on 2/15/26, however it may not appear on the website until later in the morning due to system update times.
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.
The Scripps Health Emergency Nursing Transition Program facilitates the transition of experienced RNs and New Grads with varied clinical backgrounds to an advanced beginner Emergency (ED/ER) Nurse. During the program, trainees are supported as they develop knowledge and skills to care for the challenging and varied population of patients that seek care in the Emergency Department setting. The classroom portion is system-wide. Positions and clinical training are site-based.
The Program Utilizes Four Teaching Modalities
- eLearning – Scripps specific modules and modules based on the Emergency Nursing Association core curriculum
- Lectures that generalize the didactic to the bedside
- Hands-on skills and simulation learning
- Clinical orientation with trained preceptors in the Emergency Departments across the system
Core Program Dates: June 1, 2026 - August 22, 2026
Program dates will be expanded for New Grad RNs: May 18, 2026 - October 3/October 31, 2026 (varies depending on location)
Internal Application Period: February 15, 2026 - February 21, 2026
External Application Period: February 15, 2026 - February 17, 2026
Interview Period: March 2, 2026 - March 27, 2026
Interviews
- Qualified candidates will receive an invitation to record a HireVue On-Demand Video Interview. The link to complete the video interview expires 72 hours from the timestamp on the emailed invitation.
- Hiring leaders will review these videos and invite selected candidates to schedule a live interview during the interview period.
- New hires, rehires, and all New Grad RNs must be available to start on May 18, 2026
- Must be willing to work a varied shift schedule during the program
- Must be willing to work night shift after the completion of the program
- Must be available to complete the entire program - class attendance is mandatory
- NOTE: There is no paid time off (PTO) allowed during the program
- Open to both internal and external candidates:
- Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
- Accepting applications from Experienced RNs and New Grads who currently work in the Scripps Encinitas ED
- Open to internal candidates only:
- Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
- Accepting applications from Experienced RNs and New Grad RNs
- Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego
- Accepting applications from Experienced RNs only
- Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista
- Accepting applications from Experienced RNs and New Grad RNs
- Current California RN license required before start date
- BLS for Health Care Provider, ACLS, and PALS from the American Heart Association required before start date
- NRP required within 6 months of hire (applicable to Chula Vista employees only)
- Experienced RN Requirement:
- 1 year of experience, preferably in an acute care (hospital), inpatient setting
- New Grad RN Requirements:
- New Grad RNs who have EMT, Paramedic, ED Tech, Corpsman, or Patient Care Assistant (in the ED setting) experience will be considered
- New Grads who have completed a preceptorship in an ED setting may be considered
- New Grads must have graduated from nursing school within the past 12 months at time of application (or will soon graduate) and have 6 months or less of paid RN experience.
- Prefer New Grads to graduate at least 8 weeks prior to the program start date.
- All Candidates:
- Completion of an accredited nursing program
- Must be able to speak, read, and follow instructions in English
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- BSN preferred
To be considered for this program all qualified candidates are required to submit an application and record a HireVue/Modern Hire On-Demand Video Interview.
- Qualified candidates will receive the invitation to complete this video interview shortly after submitting an initial application.
- The video link expires 72 hours from the timestamp on the email invitation.
- This is your first impression to our hiring leaders, therefore it is very important to treat this like a real interview. A few helpful tips:
- Dress appropriately – professional dress attire is preferred.
- Ensure your environment is free from any audio or visual distractions and lighting is good.
- Review your video prior to submitting to ensure sound and visual are coming in clear.
- DO NOT UNSUBSCRIBE FROM HIREVUE/MODERN HIRE EMAILS – doing so will prevent this video requirement invitation from being sent to you and automatically disqualify you from being considered.
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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