Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) - RN Leadership in ED, ICU & Telemetry

Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) - RN Leadership in ED, ICU & Telemetry

Fallbrook, CA $146,399 - $170,399 a year

Full Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) to lead and inspire nursing staff in delivering exceptional, safe, and high-quality patient care. This leadership role requires a blend of clinical expertise, interpersonal skills, and the ability to foster a positive work environment. The ANM will oversee daily operations of patient care units, ensuring regulatory compliance and collaborating closely with leadership teams to enhance staff performance and adherence to policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean, and infection-controlled environment within the unit.
• Engage with patients and families to uphold service excellence and address concerns promptly to ensure satisfaction.
• Communicate professionally and effectively, resolving conflicts as they arise.
• Participate actively in nursing and organizational policy development, promoting evidence-based practices.
• Take accountability for unit performance goals related to quality, operations, finance, and compliance.
• Advocate for patients by coordinating nursing care with other healthcare disciplines and integrating services across the care continuum.
• Collaborate with departments to improve workflow, patient flow, and throughput.
• Assist in recruitment, selection, and retention of nursing personnel, addressing ethical and care standards.
• Manage staffing schedules, ensuring appropriate personnel utilization based on competencies and patient needs.
• Lead or participate in quality improvement projects and attend relevant committees.
• Evaluate staff performance, provide coaching, and conduct appraisals as needed.
• Contribute to budget development and monitor productivity standards.
• Promote a work environment that minimizes occupational illness and injury.
• Commit to ongoing professional growth and development.
• Perform administrative duties such as pronouncing expired patients and fulfilling Administrative Supervisor responsibilities when required.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of Registered Nurse experience, including at least two years in acute care or similar settings.
• At least one year of recent charge nurse or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of nursing scope of practice, nursing process, and individualized care plans.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to seek resources and solve problems.
• Competent in assessing nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients and their families.
• Proficient with computers and adaptable to new software.
• Capable of providing direct patient care.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (A.D.N.) with seven years of RN experience may be considered in lieu of BSN.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of California.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• National certification in specialty area preferred.
• Required certifications vary by unit and may include Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) chemotherapy and biotherapy provider, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), NIH Stroke Scale, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI), and others depending on the department.

Additional Information

All candidates must successfully complete a physical evaluation, drug screening, and background checks prior to employment. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a healthcare setting serving the Pacific Southwest region of the United States.