Scripps Health·Encinitas, California
Provide direct and indirect nursing care to high-risk obstetric patients, including assessments and individualized care plans. Coordinate communication and referrals between patients, providers, and multidisciplinary teams while supporting clinical workflows.
This is a benefited, full-time RN position generally working Monday-Friday from 7:30am-4pm. Hours will vary based on need. Located at Scripps clinic Encinitas with possible travel to other sites as needed. 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. Why Perinatology?
Unique opportunity to provide specialized nursing care for patients experiencing high-risk pregnancies.
Support comprehensive care for both mother and baby through collaboration with Maternal-Fetal Medicine physicians and staff.
Build meaningful relationships with patients while providing education, support, and care coordination throughout their pregnancy journey. Your job duties:
Provide direct and indirect nursing care to high-risk obstetric patients.
Perform patient assessments and, in collaboration with Maternal-Fetal Medicine physicians, develop individualized plans of care and provide patient education.
Coordinate care, referrals, and communication between patients, providers, and multidisciplinary teams.
Support medical assistants with medication administration, clinical workflows, and patient care needs.
Manage and respond to Epic in-basket messages, including provider, staff, and patient communications.
This position supports all Perinatology locations and collaborates with eight Maternal-Fetal Medicine physicians.
Requires a current California Registered Nurse License and BLS certification from the American Heart Association. Prior experience in OB/GYN, Labor & Delivery, or high-risk obstetrics is preferred, along with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
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.