Supervisor (RN), Nursing Unit - Operating Room

San Diego, CA

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Overview

Rady Children’s nurses serve as local and global leaders in shaping how care is delivered to patients and families throughout our organization and in the communities we serve. Behind each nurse and their leader is the commitment to learn more, improve outcomes and empower individuals to seek innovative solutions. We are transforming the role of the caregiver, and in that transformation, we are partners in advancing the quality of care. Every day, we look for new pathways. It is a journey of excellence.

It’s not just caring about children that makes our nursing staff so special. It’s the magic! Our dedication to specialized training and sensitivity is perfected by caring for children 100% of the time. Rady Children’s is designed, equipped and staffed just for kids. As the region’s only pediatric trauma center, we care for children with the most severe medical emergencies to those with mild illnesses.

Rady Children's offers competitive salaries, robust benefits, generous paid time off, retirement savings with contribution match, employee recognition, Team Rady events and celebrations, along with other great perks. Join us in sunny San Diego!

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time & Per diem
Level: Entry-level & Mid-level

Success Profile

What makes a successful Triage Nurse at Rady Children’s Hospital? Check out the traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.

Adaptable
Collaborative
Compassionate
Courageous
Positive
Quick-thinking

Culture

Consistently excellent in providing the highest level of care for our patients.
Ensuring that our nursing team receives support, rewards and career advancement opportunities.
Committed to improving outcomes and empowering individuals to seek innovative solutions.
Collaborative, respectful and dedicated to care, research and teaching.

Career Path

Rady Children’s Hospital offers many career paths to support your immediate and future success.

CN I
CN II
CN III

Supervisor
Manager
Case Manager

Nurse Educator
Case Manager
Care Coordinator

It’s amazing to see these children go from weak to vibrant… The nurses who chose to come here are unique because they’re comfortable with these patients and are eager to give it their all… I’ve never worked with a more passionate group of nurses. Each and every one of them truly loves this patient population. They’re so dedicated and do such a great job.
Cheryle Pillow, Clinical Nurse III, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Total Rewards

We offer a robust Total Rewards Package in order to help our employees achieve and maintain overall physical, emotional and financial well-being for themselves and their families

Health Plan

Medical, Dental, Vision
403(b) Retirement Plan

100% employer match up to 3% of your salary
Tuition Reimbursement

Up to $10,000 per year, paid time off for seminars
Life and Disability Insurance
Infertility Reimbursement
Compensation

Annual merit increases, longevity increases, success sharing, paid leave cash-out program
Awards & Recognition

Milestone awards, CARES recognition

Responsibilities

Job ID: 18311
Date posted: 01/30/2026
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Rotating
Department: Operating Room

OR supervisor - Level 1 trauma experience preferred,

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Unit/Department Manager, this position is assigned supervisory and clinical responsibilities of the nursing unit/department and staff related to the coordination and operation of the department/unit. Team member responsibilities include leading, supervising, and influencing the daily operational activities associated with the assigned team. Supports the overall business plan by monitoring team performance and outcomes relative to established goals/measurements. Participates in rotational on-call duties including, but not limited to, responding to emergency situations, maintenance malfunctions, or staffing situations that require coverage.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing; in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, an Associate's Degree in Nursing and current enrollment in a BSN program with expected graduation date within 2 years from date of hire or transfer will be accepted.

3 years of experience

Must have prior leadership experience or be a team member on the department/unit for which candidate is applying

California RN License

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers, issued by the American Heart Association (All units)

PALS Certification (AHA): Hematology Oncology, Outpatient; Proton Therapy; Pediatric ICU/Critical Care; Cardiothoracic ICU; PACU; MRI; Emergency Department (ED); Infusion Center, Central Support

PALS or PEARS Certification (AHA): Surgical 3E, Inpatient; Medical Units, Inpatient; Medical Behavioral Unit, Inpatient; Hematology Oncology, Inpatient; Operating Room; Urgent Cares

NRP Certification (NICU Only)

ACLS Certification within 12 months of hire/transfer (ED Only)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree

5 years of experience

Bilingual in Spanish

The current salary range for this position is $74.51 to $102.45

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.

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