What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Lead Surgery (OR) - ENT - La Jolla Green position at Scripps Health?
Located on the Torrey Pines Mesa near I-5 and Genesee Avenue in La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital has served the greater San Diego community since 1977. We provide some of the region’s best care, including several nationally ranked specialty programs.
Scripps Green Hospital is attached to Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines. Together we offer dozens of medical and surgical services, including cancer care, orthopedic surgery and organ transplantation.
This is a Full time, benefited position as a Lead OR RN over the ENT service line. The shift is a 10 hour day shift . It is located at Scripps Green in Torrey Pines La Jolla. Call and some weekends are required.
We offer a $4,000 hiring incentive and $3,000 in relocation assistance for eligible new hires.
Why join Scripps Health?
At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated:
The Lead OR RN role is responsible for the management and coordination of patient care within the Care Unit on a per shift basis. This is accomplished through implementation and integration of the nursing process, through assignment and supervision of appropriate staff and in coordination and collaboration with physicians. The Lead RN functions as the Care Unit expert and provides functional direction to members of the Patient Care team.
Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills
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: $61.91-$89.63/hour
Scripps Green Hospital is attached to Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines. Together we offer dozens of medical and surgical services, including cancer care, orthopedic surgery and organ transplantation.
This is a Full time, benefited position as a Lead OR RN over the ENT service line. The shift is a 10 hour day shift . It is located at Scripps Green in Torrey Pines La Jolla. Call and some weekends are required.
We offer a $4,000 hiring incentive and $3,000 in relocation assistance for eligible new hires.
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.
The Lead OR RN role is responsible for the management and coordination of patient care within the Care Unit on a per shift basis. This is accomplished through implementation and integration of the nursing process, through assignment and supervision of appropriate staff and in coordination and collaboration with physicians. The Lead RN functions as the Care Unit expert and provides functional direction to members of the Patient Care team.
Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills
- Registered nursing degree from an accredited school of nursing.
- California Registered Nurse License
- One (1) year of recent surgery or operating room RN experience in an acute care setting
- ENT experience
- Current American Heart Association BLS provider certification
- Must be able to speak, read and follow instructions in English
- Must be able to demonstrate positive behaviors.
- Bachelor's degree in nursing
- 3 years or more experience in Nursing experience is preferred
- 2 years or more of related experience
- CNOR certificate
- Leadership experience
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: $61.91-$89.63/hour
Salary : $62 - $90