Assistant Nurse Manager – 6EW Medical Surgical Stepdown – Full Time 10 Hour Evenings (Exempt) (Non-Union)

The Assistant Nurse Manager, in collaboration with and under the direction of the Department Nurse Manager, is accountable for ongoing leadership and operations of a clinical department and for nursing care safety and quality.  The Assistant Nurse Manager uses sound human resource and budget principles to guide the daily provision of nursing services to patients and families.  The Assistant Nurse Manager participates in organizational and unit based quality improvement activities, and provides input on standard of care. The Assistant Nurse Manager supports comprehensive patient and family services through effective participation with the interdisciplinary team.

Minimum Education:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required
• Master’s Degree in Nursing or in progress, strongly preferred
• * Master’s Degree in Nursing may be in lieu-of Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.

Minimum Experience/Knowledge:
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as an RN required.
• Strong critical and strategic thinking, analytical and planning skills.
• Organization/time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Values diversity and team work.
• Demonstrates integrity; is ethical in conduct and decision thinking.
• Demonstrates initiative, creativity and flexibility and is tolerant of change and ambiguity.
• Demands accountability of self and others.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as Internet access and utilization.

Required License/Certification:
• Valid California Registered Nurse License.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association.
• Current ACLS for Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association required.
• Specialty Certification (preferred)
• Fire and Safety Certification. If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire, and maintain renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)