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RN - Stepdown - Chula Vista - Nights

Scripps Health

#RN #BLS #Acute Care #Telemetry #American Heart Association #Diabetes #CA Registered Nurse License #Medical-Surgical #Hypertension

Quick overview

Provide comprehensive care to high-acuity Step-Down, Telemetry, and Medical-Surgical patients, including those with cardiac and respiratory issues. Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans and communicate critical patient findings.

Requirements summary

Requires at least one year of RN experience, a current California Registered Nurse License, and BLS certification from the American Heart Association. A Bachelor's degree in nursing and acute care experience in a Stepdown unit are preferred.

bachelor degreeprofessional certificatePhysical ExamsInterdisciplinary CollaborationPatient EvaluationVital Signs DocumentationCardiac MonitoringPeritoneal DialysisMedical-Surgical NursingNursing Care PlansTelemetry CarePatient Mentoring

Job description

This is a full time 12-hour night shift position located at Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista.
Elevate your career with Scripps Health, where Compassion Meets Excellence.
Invest, Empower & Belong.
At Scripps Health, your potential is limitless.
We're more than a healthcare provider, at Scripps you will join a community where your views, beliefs and values are celebrated.
Grow through industry-leading development programs and empower yourself to deliver innovative care.
Be a part of an extraordinary team, impacting health in beautiful San Diego.
AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE: 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 has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.
Scripps named on Becker’s 165 top places to work in healthcare in 2026.
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.
About the Stepdown Unit Our Stepdown Unit at Scripps Mercy Chula Vista is a 35-bed facility focused on high-acuity patients, including those recovering from strokes, cardiac issues, and patients on critical drip protocols.
This unit specializes in continuous cardiac monitoring for conditions such as myocardial infarction, chest pain, unstable angina, hypertension, diabetes, and renal failure.
Located in the vibrant South Bay, our team is known for its collaborative and supportive environment, where patient care and professional growth are top priorities.
We take pride in serving a diverse and complex patient population, while fostering a culture of respect, teamwork, and continuous learning in the heart of this dynamic community.
What you will do: v Provide comprehensive care to Step-Down, Telemetry, and Medical-Surgical patients with a range of conditions, including diabetes, cardiac issues, respiratory illnesses, and post-surgical recovery. v Provide Peritoneal dialysis treatments and administration v Conduct thorough patient evaluations, physical exams, and recorded vital signs with timely and accurate documentation. v Develop personalized nursing care plans and efficiently delegated patient care activities Collaborate with physicians to report patient progress and communicate critical or abnormal findings to ensure high-quality patient care. v Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, mentoring new staff, and communicating effectively with patients and families to ensure compassionate, high-quality care.

RN - Stepdown - Chula Vista - Nights

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