Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Assistant Nurse Manager to lead and support nursing staff in delivering exceptional, safe, and high-quality patient care within a telemetry unit. This leadership role requires a blend of clinical expertise, interpersonal skills, and the ability to foster a positive work environment. The Assistant Nurse Manager will oversee daily operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate closely with the leadership team to enhance staff performance and patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean, and infection-controlled environment within the unit.
• Engage with patients and families to uphold service excellence and address concerns promptly.
• Communicate professionally and effectively, resolving conflicts as they arise.
• Participate in policy development and decision-making processes to promote evidence-based nursing practice.
• Assume accountability for unit performance goals related to quality, operations, finance, and compliance.
• Advocate for patients by coordinating care across healthcare disciplines and ensuring continuity.
• Collaborate with other departments to optimize workflow and patient throughput.
• Support recruitment, selection, and retention efforts for nursing personnel.
• Address ethical considerations and respect individual patient rights in care planning.
• Manage staffing schedules, ensuring appropriate personnel utilization based on competencies and patient needs.
• Lead or participate in quality improvement projects and attend relevant committees.
• Evaluate staff performance, provide coaching, and conduct appraisals as needed.
• Contribute to budget development and monitor productivity standards.
• Promote a healthy work environment that minimizes occupational illness and injury.
• Commit to ongoing professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years as a Registered Nurse, including at least two years in acute care settings.
• At least one year of recent experience in a charge nurse or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of nursing scope of practice, nursing process, and individualized care planning.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to find resources and solve problems.
• Competent in assessing nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients and their families.
• Proficient with computer systems and adaptable to new software.
• Capable of providing direct patient care.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with seven years of relevant RN experience considered.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of California.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required.
• National certification in specialty area preferred.
• Required certifications vary by unit and may include ACLS, PALS, NIH Stroke Scale, ONS chemotherapy & biotherapy provider, and others as applicable.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of physical evaluation, drug screening, and background checks prior to employment.

This opportunity is located in a vibrant regional healthcare setting within the Pacific Northwest, offering a supportive environment for professional nursing leadership and growth.