Assistant Nurse Manager 2 - Medical Surgical ICU

Company: UC Davis Health
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

Department Description

MSICU Gold is an 8 bed medical surgical intensive care unit that provides comprehensive care for critically ill adult and pediatric (age 9-18) medical / surgical patients. MSICU Gold is a part of the Children Hospital in caring for adolescent patients requiring critical care. We are committed to providing excellent care that is evidenced-based, technologically precise and patient/family focused. We take pride in our collaborative relationships, interdisciplinary team approach and commitment to quality. Currently, California has only 10 individual ICUs that hold the Gold Beacon for Excellence. This is MSICU Gold's third designation, making this unit a Beacon of Excellence for nine consecutive years.Job SummaryFinal Filing Date 6/5/2022

Salary Range$40.95-$97.03

Salary Frequency Hourly

Appointment TypeCareer

Number of Positions1

Percentage of Time90%

Shift Hour18:45 - 7:15 (PM)

LocationMain Hospital

City Sacramento

Union RepresentationNo

Benefits EligibleYes
We offer exceptional employment benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacations and holidays, excellent retirement savings and investment plans, continuing education, and reduced fee and scholarship programs.THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITYResponsibilitiesAssistant Nurse Managers are registered nurses who are responsible for the operation of the nursing unit over a specific time period. The Assistant Nurse Manager must have a strong foundation of clinical knowledge and skills on which to base judgments and make decisions, organizing abilities to direct nursing tasks and operations, and interpersonal skills to facilitate communication and the work of others. The Assistant Nurse Manager accepts the responsibility for, and is accountable for, his/her own nursing practice. The Assistant Nurse Manager also seeks out and pursues opportunities for learning and assumes responsibility for their own self-development. Registered nurses must be knowledgeable and skillful in performing the Assistant Nurse Manager role. A registered nurse who assumes the role of Assistant Nurse Manager also assumes the responsibility inherent to the role. Three fundamental responsibilities for Assistant Nurse Manager include planning, coordinating, and evaluating unit nursing activities.In addition, the Assistant Nurse Manager identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations, directs and acts as resource to other members of the nursing team as assigned and promotes compliance and support for policies. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulationsRequired Qualifications

• At least 1 year of recent RN experience in-hospital charge nurse or relief charge nurse experience in an ICU
• Experience with managing COVID patients
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Possession of a current California RN license.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Knowledge of current trends in nursing.
• Commitment to excellence in patient care.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates accountability and professionalism.
• Adapts to change in a positive, professional and productive manner.
• Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation.
• Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Basic computer skills.
• CPR Certification.Preferred Qualifications
  • BSN
  • CCRN or other specialty certification
  • Masters Degree or equivalent in training
  • ENT Pre and post surgical care
  • Knowledge and/or experience with school age and adolescents ( 9+ and older)
  • Leadership development - Rising Nurse Leader, Supervisory courses, Leading An Empowered OrganizationSpecial Requirements
    • References reflect an overall meets or exceeds.
    • Ability to work overtime, float to other areas and work weekends and holidays.
    • Ability to safely lift 25 lbs. and assist in moving patients, and stand on feet over extended periods.
    • This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
    • The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.EEOThe University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

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