Nurse Manager - 5 South Telemetry/ICU - Full- Time 8 Hour Days (Exempt)

University of Southern California•Glendale, CA
•$145,000 - $192,000

About The Position

The Nurse Manager is a proven clinical and operational leader, with an emphasis on the operational environment. The role supports the Chief Nursing Officer and department manager and director in overseeing and delivering safe, high-quality patient care; developing the staff team; improving quality and growing unit services; contributing leadership to organizational planning and collaboration; and managing efficient services with meaningful, valuable outcomes. The Nurse Manager practices in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including CMS Conditions of Participation, Title 22, CDPH regulations, and DNV-GL/NIAHO standards. This position is with the 5 South Telemetry/ICU at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, part of Keck Medicine of USC. The hospital provides community care backed by an academic medical center, including emergency services, specialized care, research, and clinical trials.

Requirements

  • Graduation from a Registered Nurse program.
  • California Registered Nurse license.
  • For the ICU/5 South unit: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS within 30 days of hire.
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications must be AHA-certified.
  • All certifications must be active on the effective date of hire or transfer unless otherwise indicated.

Nice To Haves

  • BSN desired; if not held upon hire, obtaining it within 5 years is preferred.
  • Master’s degree preferred.
  • Completion of a unit supervisor or management training program preferred.
  • Three or more years of clinical experience in an acute setting preferred.
  • One or more years of Unit Supervisor or Charge Nurse experience preferred.
  • Certification in a clinical specialty or management desired.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Chief Nursing Officer and department manager and director in overseeing the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.
  • Develop the staff team.
  • Lead quality improvement and growth of unit services.
  • Provide leadership in organizational planning and collaboration.
  • Manage efficient services with meaningful and valuable outcomes.
  • Practice in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including CMS Conditions of Participation, Title 22, CDPH regulations, and DNV-GL/NIAHO standards.
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