UC San Diego Health Hiring for (RN) Assistant Nurse Manager – HC Emergency Dept – at San Diego, CA  Full Time

DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, which is a prestigious recognition that applies to only 10% of all U.S. hospitals. Magnet is the “gold standard” for nursing excellence and is based on strengths in five key areas, which include transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements and empirical outcomes. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011.

We are seeking a dedicated Assistant Nurse Manager to join our dynamic leadership team in managing the Emergency Department (ED).

The Assistant Nurse Manager is involved in ensuring optimal patient outcomes through effective leadership and/or provision of patient care delivery in ED.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Collaborate with the leadership team to oversee daily operations of ED and EDIP
• Consults and collaborates with other health care professionals to coordinate the management of patient care. Serves as a resource to staff, physicians, students and others.
• Assist in managing staff, ensuring proper resource allocation, and maintaining high quality patient care
• Support implementation of policies, procedures, and protocols to enhance department efficiency
• Foster positive work environment that promotes shared voice in nursing practice and exchange of ideas to continually improve nursing and patient care outcomes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and quality assurance efforts within the ED and EDIP
• May assume full responsibility for the unit in delegated areas and in the absence of the manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Nursing.

• Registered Nurse (RN) issued by the state of California.

• Current ART certification or BLS/CPR and ACLS certification at time of hire with commitment to obtain ART within six (6) months of hire date

• Three (3+) or more years of acute care RN experience; two (2) years in either the ED or ED inpatient/observation (or similar unit)

• Charge nurse or other formal nursing leadership experience.

• Demonstrated skills to effectively supervise clinicians and to manage the complex workflow and multiple priorities involved with a patient care unit.

• In-depth knowledge of patient care clinical standards and care delivery, systems, external regulations and internal policies.

• Knowledge of human resources management policies, with the ability to train, monitor, evaluate, and document human resources matters and employee performance. Provides input to decision-makers on human resources matters.

• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to quickly analyze problems, determine appropriate levels of intervention, and develop and apply effective solutions.

• Effective interpersonal skills for effective information exchange and problem-solving with all levels of management and staff, consultants and outside agencies.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to train and mentor subordinates, to convey complex clinical and technical information in a clear and concise manner. Prepares and presents a variety of reports, documentation, analyses, and project proposals.

• Knowledge of business software and specialized applications and data management systems used in nursing units or departments.

• Demonstrated hospital management skills, with progressive expertise in patient care services.

• Knowledge to manage disaster incidents, and sentinel events and ability to problem solve with critical thinking skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MSN or relevant graduate degree

• Relevant nursing certification (CEN, PCCN, CCRN, NE-BC, etc.)

• Experience leading

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• This position has both clinical and administrative duties.

• This position will primarily work mid-shift (between 1100 – 0300).

• This position is eligible for shift differentials. Some weekend shifts are required.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

UC San Diego Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://www-hr.ucsd.edu/saa/nondiscr.html