Job Information
Dignity Health Nurse Shift Manager Med Surg ICU in Northridge, California
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Nurse Shift Manager - Medical Surgical ICU - Make a Difference at Northridge Hospital Medical Center
Are you a passionate and experienced ICU nurse ready to lead and inspire a team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care? Northridge Hospital Medical Center is seeking a dynamic Nurse Shift Manager t o join our Medical Surgical ICU team. In this vital role, you'll coordinate and supervise nursing care for patients from newborn to 18 years old, ensuring the highest standards of evidence-based practice are met.
Leads and supervises nursing staff during assigned shifts, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
Assigns patient care responsibilities based on patient acuity and nursing staff expertise, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Serves as a clinical resource and educator, assessing, monitoring, and training nursing staff on best practices in patient care.
Responds effectively to emergencies, initiating appropriate procedures and providing guidance to the team.
Proactively anticipates and addresses staffing needs, ensuring seamless patient care transitions.
Provides direct patient care as needed, demonstrating clinical expertise and compassion.
Oversees unit operations, including supply management and accurate patient record keeping, to ensure a smooth transition for subsequent shifts.
Actively engages with patients and families, fostering a positive and supportive care environment.
Attends leadership meetings, staying informed about new initiatives and areas for improvement, and effectively communicates this information to the team.
Monitors departmental productivity and efficiency, identifying opportunities for optimization.
Mentors and develops team members, sharing knowledge and fostering confidence in assistant nurse managers, charge nurses, and other staff.
Ensures the department is positioned to deliver the highest quality care to our patients.
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Job Requirements
Associates Degree in Nursing (e.g. ADN) required and actively pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or other-related field (e.g., BSN/BBA/BHA).
Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience as a registered nurse.
Registered Nurse with current CA License
Basic Life Support (BLS) other credentials or credential modules may be required.
LA City Fire Card required within 90 days of hire.
Where You'll Work
Founded in 1955 Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit here (http://dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital) dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.
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Pay Range
$50.39 - $76.21 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.