The Scripps Perioperative Education Program (PEP), which provides the essential foundation for a career in perioperative nursing, is based on the Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) Periop 101 Program.
Program Eligibility Requirements*
- Experienced RN: One year of RN experience
- Current California RN license or Interim Permit
- New Graduate RN: Experience required for cohort will be listed in the individual job requisition at the time of posting
- BLS for Health Care Provider from the American Heart Association
*New graduate RN positions are not guaranteed for each cohort. Individual job requisition will indicate if the program is open to new graduate RNs.
Program Duration
- 24 weeks
Curriculum
The program fosters growth and uses a blended learning approach through:
- Didactic online modules from AORN Periop 101 core curriculum
- Skills labs
- Assigned Scripps eLearning and AORN videos
- Precepted clinical rotations in surgical services
- Instructor-led presentations
2024 Program Dates*
With multiple cohorts offered each year, you will be able to find the program that best meets your career goals. View the 2024 Program Calendar to see all program dates, application periods and interview dates for each program.
*All programs and dates are subject to change at any time based on business needs.
How Do I Apply?
To apply, visit the Scripps Careers website and search by job title during the application periods listed in the 2024 Program Calendar.
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