Scripps Health·San Diego, California
Perform pre-operative assessments, post-operative follow-ups, and wound care for plastic surgery patients. Assist with in-office medical and cosmetic procedures while collaborating with a multidisciplinary surgical team.
This is a Full time, benefited RN position at our La Jolla Clinic.
Why join Scripps Health?
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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.
Why La Jolla Plastic Surgery?
Expert plastic surgeons perform a full range of cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries and procedures for the face, body, and skin, including abdominal wall reconstruction, breast enhancement, body contouring, facial enhancement, reparative procedures, skin rejuvenation, and breast, skin, and facial reconstruction after cancer treatment Includes a team of highly trained, board-certified cosmetic surgeons, board-certified anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other health care professionals who are specially trained to assist in plastic and reconstructive procedures Your job duties: Perform pre-op assessments, post-op follow up, wound care, consultations both medical and cosmetic and assist with in-office procedures.
Engages in complex clinical procedures and may provide clinical assessments to surgical patients in the clinic setting.
Works collaboratively with the other members of the patient care team to ensure optimal patient care.
Contribute to the team as necessary to ensure quality patient care within own scope of practice.
This position is eligible for New Hire Incentives up to $7,000.00.
The following are not eligible for hiring incentives: Internal candidates Rehires that left Scripps less than 3 years ago Candidates with less than 1 year of experience as an RN 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.
Current California RN license American Heart Association BLS Must be patient centered, flexible, and team oriented Excellent interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications: Plastic surgery experience BSN At least 1 year of RN experience
Requires a current California RN license and American Heart Association BLS certification. A BSN and at least one year of RN experience, preferably in plastic surgery, are desired.
Market context
California nursing roles often draw steady demand, especially for experienced RNs in procedural and critical care settings. Competition is strongest for candidates who already hold a California RN license, current BLS and ACLS, and recent ICU, ER, or PACU experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certifications and highlight relevant bedside and procedural experience in your application.
