Assistant Nurse Manager 2 - Patient Care Resources

Assistant Nurse Manager

Assistant 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 regulations. Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with American Nurses' Association Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, or a Bachelor's degree (in a field other than nursing) paired with a Master's of Science degree in Nursing
• Three years of RN experience in an acute care hospital within the last 5 years
• Experience in supervising a diverse clinical group to include acute care, critical care, and pediatric nurses
• 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
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical) and physiological characteristics specific to the patients

Preferred Qualifications:

• Float RN Experience
• Experience in a teaching hospital with high acuity patients care
• Three years of Adult and/or Pediatric Critical Care RN experience in an acute care hospital

Key Responsibilities:

• 15% - Nursing Process and Practice
• 60% - Leadership and Management
• 15% - Professional Development
• 5% - Quality
• 5% - Nursing Research

Department Overview:

Patient Care Resources provides 24/7 RN and HUSC Float Pool coverage to a variety of inpatient areas within the Patient Care Services division. The department has over 200 employees, both per diem and career. The department also has several programs that provide support to the inpatient units: Float Pool, Per Diem Pool, STAN Program, Action Team, Rapid Response Team, SOS Nurses, and Children's Hospital Seasonal Float Team, and Development Programs in the Pediatric Specialty and Adult Critical Care Specialty areas, as well as the Acute Care Float Pool Residency Program.

Position Information:

Salary or Pay Range: $58.57 - $124.47

Salary Frequency: Hourly

Salary Grade: Grade 27

UC Job Title: NURSE SVC SUPV 2

UC Job Code: 006508

Number of Positions: 1

Appointment Type: Staff: Career

Percentage of Time: 90%

Shift (Work Schedule): 1030-2300

Location: North Addition Office Building (HSP002)

Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)

Benefits Eligible: Yes

This position is 100% on-site

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging:

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together. As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.