About The Position

The Unit Supervisor is the first-line manager responsible for the day-to-day oversight and efficient operation of the unit. The role supports the Chief Nursing Officer, department manager, and director in overseeing the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care; developing staff; improving quality and growing unit services; planning and collaborating with coworkers and other departments; and managing efficient services with meaningful outcomes. The supervisor provides leadership in clinical and operational areas, with an emphasis on the clinical environment, and practices in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including CMS Conditions of Participation, Title 22, CDPH regulations, and DNV-GL/NIAHO standards. The position is with Keck Medicine of USC’s USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, a community hospital supported by an academic medical center. The role is for the 5 North Med/Surg unit and is a full-time, 12-hour day-shift position. The hourly rate range is $47.58 to $76.68. USC considers factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, candidate experience and education, skills, internal equity, applicable laws and agreements, funding, and market and organizational considerations when making offers.

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 within 30 days of hire.
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications must be AHA certified where applicable.
  • Certifications must be active effective the 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.
  • Certification in a clinical specialty or management desired.
  • For 6th Floor Med/Surg employees: two years’ experience with Orthopedic and Medical-Surgical nursing preferred.
  • For 6th Floor Med/Surg employees: certification in Medical-Surgical, Orthopedic, or another specialty preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day unit operations and support efficient, smooth delivery of services.
  • Support nursing and department leadership in delivering 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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