Assistant Unit Manager, Surgery, Full-Time, Day/Evenings

Marin General Hospital • Kentfield, CA

398d • $151,403 - $151,403

About The Position

The Assistant Unit Manager (AUM) in Surgery at MarinHealth Medical Center is a frontline management role responsible for directing nursing staff to ensure a safe, patient-centered environment. The AUM collaborates with the leadership team to provide continuity of care, serves as a resource for staff, and promotes excellence in patient experience. This position requires effective leadership, conflict management, and the ability to foster a cooperative working environment among a diverse workforce.

Requirements

• Current California State license as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; BSN within 5 years for qualified internal candidates.
• BLS-HCP certification with American Heart Association as required by hospital policy.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification in monitored areas.
• Two years of demonstrated direct patient care experience, or one year if MSN degree is held.
• Interpersonal skills necessary for effective leadership and conflict management.
• Analytical skills for organizing unit activities and developing nursing care plans.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Nursing (MSN) degree.
• Experience in a surgical unit or similar clinical care area.

Responsibilities

• Direct staff to assure a safe patient-centered environment.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to ensure continuity of care from shift to shift.
• Serve as a resource and support to direct patient care Registered Nurses (RNs).
• Utilize interpersonal skills to maximize customer service and professionalism.
• Contribute to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce.
• Supervise and direct unit personnel to ensure effective and safe provision of nursing care.
• Evaluate patient care needs and determine work priorities.
• Interview, orient, and train unit nursing personnel.
• Assist in developing and presenting in-service and educational programs.
• Monitor unit for workplace safety and ensure compliance with policies.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Vacation leave
• Holiday leave
• Sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees