Assistant Chief Nurse

MEDCOR DASMARIÑAS HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER INC.; Dasmariñas; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

MEDCOR DASMARIÑAS HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER INC. is seeking an Assistant Chief Nurse to support the Chief Nurse in managing and coordinating nursing services to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.

You will assist in overseeing nursing operations, coordinating nursing personnel, and ensuring adherence to hospital policies and professional standards while maintaining patient-centered care across departments.

Qualifications

• BSN degree required.
• RN with valid PRC license.
• Master's degree in Nursing, Nursing Administration, or related field.
• At least 5 years of hospital nursing experience.
• Trainings and certifications in nursing management, patient safety, and infection control.
• BLS certification; ACLS certification is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of nursing standards, hospital policies, and patient safety protocols.
• Willing to work on shifting schedules.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall operations and delivery of nursing services.
• Ensure safe, quality, and patient-centered care across the hospital.
• Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, and professional standards.
• Supervise, evaluate, and develop nursing personnel.
• Manage staffing requirements and ensure adequate nursing coverage.
• Coordinate with physicians, department heads, and other healthcare professionals to maintain effective patient care.
• Identify training needs and support nursing staff development programs.
• Monitor compliance with patient safety, infection control, and hospital standards.
• Review nursing reports, documentation, and operational concerns.
• Assist in resolving nursing service issues and implementing improvements.
• Support quality assurance and continuous improvement in nursing services.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the Chief Nurse or hospital management.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Patient safety

Nursing standards

Education

BSN degree

Master's in Nursing

Job description

About the Role

The Assistant Chief Nurse supports the Chief Nurse in managing and coordinating nursing services to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care. The position assists in overseeing nursing operations, coordinating nursing personnel, monitoring compliance with hospital policies and professional standards, and ensuring the effective delivery of patient-centered nursing services.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Nurse in overseeing the overall operations and delivery of nursing services.

• Help ensure safe, quality, and patient-centered care throughout the hospital.

• Assist in developing and implementing nursing policies, procedures, and professional standards.

• Support the supervision, evaluation, and professional development of nursing personnel.

• Assist in managing staffing requirements and ensuring adequate nursing coverage.

• Coordinate with physicians, department heads, and other healthcare professionals to maintain effective patient care.

• Identify training needs and support the implementation of nursing staff development programs.

• Monitor compliance with patient safety, infection control, and hospital standards.

• Review nursing reports, documentation, and operational concerns.

• Assist in resolving nursing service issues and implementing appropriate improvements.

• Support the Chief Nurse in maintaining quality assurance and continuous improvement in nursing services.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chief Nurse or hospital management.

About You

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid PRC license.

• Master's degree in Nursing, Nursing Administration, or a related field.

• At least 5 years of hospital nursing experience.

• Relevant trainings and certifications in nursing management, patient safety, and infection control.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is an advantage.

• Strong leadership, coordination, and organizational skills.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Knowledge of nursing standards, hospital policies, and patient safety protocols.

• Highly organized, professional, and patient-centered.

• Willing to work on shifting schedules.