RN - OR Transition Program - October 2026

RN - OR Transition Program - October 2026

The Scripps Health Peri-Operative Education Program (PEP)/OR Transition Program provides the learning environment and essential foundation for a rewarding and successful career in peri-operative nursing. This six-month (24 weeks) training program is based on the Association of Peri-Operative Registered Nurses (AORN) Peri-Op 101 Program. The program utilizes a blended learning approach of didactic on-line modules, assigned reading, videos, lectures, observations, labs, and clinical rotations in surgical services. The concepts of professionalism, evidence-based practice and critical thinking are incorporated throughout the program to prepare the transitioning RN to manage and deliver competent peri-operative patient care.

Program Expectations:

• Must be available to complete entire program; no exceptions for PTO (paid time off)
• Class attendance is mandatory
• You will be working Monday - Friday, 8 hour shifts during the program, no holidays
• Must be willing to work night shift after the completion of the program. Other shifts (Day/Evening/Night/Varied Shifts; 8hr/12hr) may be offered if available, depending on department need.

Program Dates: October 19, 2026* - April 3, 2027 *New Grads & New Hires start two weeks earlier on October 5, 2026

Internal Application Period: July 5, 2026 - July 11, 2026

External Application Period: July 5, 2026 - July 7, 2026

An invitation from HireVue will be sent to qualified candidates to complete and submit an on-demand video interview. Please note the video link expires 72 hours from the timestamp on the email invitation. Extensions will not be guaranteed.

Interview Period: July 20, 2026 - August 14, 2026

Hiring Locations:

• Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas: Accepting internal and external applications from experienced RNs and New Grad RNs
• Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla: Accepting internal & external applications from experienced RNs and New Grad RNs with Surg Tech experience
• Scripps Green Hospital (Torrey Pines): Accepting internal applications from experienced RNs only
• Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego: Accepting internal applications from experienced RNs only

Qualifications:

License & Certification Requirements:

• Current California RN license
• BLS for Health Care Provider from the American Heart Association

Minimum Experience/Education/Skills Requirements:

• Experienced RN Requirement: 1 year of experience, preferably in an acute care (hospital), inpatient setting
• New Grad RN Requirement: 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.
• Surgical Tech experience required for La Jolla, preferred for Encinitas
• All Candidates: Completion of an accredited nursing program
• Must be able to speak, read, and follow instructions in English
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• BSN preferred

On-Demand Video Interview Requirement:

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.