RN Unit Supervisor - 5 North Med/Surg - Full Time 12 Hour Night Shift (Non Union)

University of Southern California•Glendale, CA
•$48 - $77

About The Position

The Unit Supervisor is the first-line manager and leader responsible for day-to-day oversight and efficient, smooth unit operations. The supervisor supports the Chief Nursing Officer, department manager, and director in overseeing and delivering safe, high-quality patient care; developing the staff team; improving quality and growing unit services; planning and collaborating with coworkers and other departments; and managing efficient services with meaningful outcomes. The role requires proven clinical and operational leadership, with an emphasis on the clinical environment, and practice in compliance with regulatory requirements, including CMS Conditions of Participation, Title 22, CDPH regulations, and DNV-GL/NIAHO standards. The position is with USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, part of Keck Medicine of USC. The hospital is a community hospital serving the Foothills area of Los Angeles and is backed by an academic medical center. It provides personalized care, emergency services, advanced medical care, research, and clinical trials.

Requirements

  • Graduation from a Registered Nurse program.
  • California Registered Nurse License.
  • For ICU, 5S, 4th Telemetry, 5 North, 6th Med Surg, and Float Pool: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certification; NIHSS is required within 30 days of hire.
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications must be AHA certified where applicable.
  • All certifications must be active on the effective date of hire or transfer unless otherwise indicated.

Nice To Haves

  • BSN desired; obtaining a BSN within five years is preferred if not held upon hire.
  • Completion of a unit supervisor or management training program preferred.
  • Two or more years of clinical experience in an acute setting preferred.
  • Six or more months of Unit Supervisor or Charge Nurse experience preferred.
  • For 6th Floor Med/Surg employees: two years of Orthopedic and Medical-Surgical nursing experience preferred.
  • Certification in Medical-Surgical, Orthopedic, or another specialty preferred.
  • Certification in a clinical specialty or management desired.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day unit operations and support efficient, smooth services.
  • Support the Chief Nursing Officer, department manager, and director in providing oversight for safe, high-quality patient care.
  • Develop the staff team and support quality improvement and growth of unit services.
  • Lead planning and collaborate with coworkers and other departments.
  • Manage efficient services with meaningful and valuable outcomes.
  • Practice in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and standards.
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