Assistant Clinical Manager - (RN) Emergency Room (Full Time, Nights 10hrs)

Children’s Hospital of Orange County; United States; On-site; USD 134,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Hospital of Orange County in Orange, CA seeks an experienced Nursing Director for the Emergency Department to oversee patient care delivery, workflows, and staffing across shifts.

The role directly supervises RNs, Clinical staff and support personnel, leads hiring, performance reviews, mentoring, scheduling, and labor relations, and drives quality audits, daily huddles, staff meetings, and patient-centered care in a fiscally responsible manner.

Qualifications

• RN required with license in CA.
• BSN required; MSN or healthcare-related master's preferred.
• ACLS and BLS; CCM required within 3 months of hire; ENPC, PALS; TNCC/ATCN acceptable alternatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient care delivery and ED workflow.
• Directly supervise RNs, Clinical staff, and Support staff including hiring, evaluating, mentoring, scheduling and employee relations.
• Lead quality audits, daily huddles, staff/quality meetings; ensure patient-centered care within fiscal constraints.
• Rounding with patients and families; lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Communication

Teaching & supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Master's degree in healthcare-related field (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Work Information

Work Location: Orange, California

Work Shift: Night – 10hrs (United States of America)

Environmental Sustainability Statement

Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety.

Job Summary

Responsible for overseeing patient care delivery and workflow in the Emergency Department’s operations and environment.

Directly supervises RN’s, Clinical Associates, department Technicians, Unit Assistants, and Support Staff in all aspects, including hiring/firing, performance evaluation and management, mentoring, scheduling, and addressing employee relations.

Duties also include completing daily or shift specific quality audits and visibility boards, facilitating daily huddles with staff, leading staff/quality meetings, delivering quality patient-centered care in a fiscally responsible manner, and rounding with patients and families.

This job may be required to work nights, weekend, and holidays.

Pay Range: Minimum $133,827, Midpoint $177,320, Maximum $220,792. Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

• Required: Minimum two (2) years of nursing experience.
• At least (1) year of clinical experience in the area they are applying.
• One (1) year of Charge nurse experience with demonstrated leadership skills preferred and/or equivalent experience.
• Preferred: Over four (4) years of leadership experience managing in the healthcare industry.
• Four (4) years of experience in clinical specialty.

Education

• Required: Graduation from an accredited school of Registered Nursing. Bachelor's Degree required.
• Preferred: Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited school or Master's degree in healthcare-related field.

Training

• Required: None required.

Specialized Skills

• Demonstrated strength in building and articulating a vision and setting goals.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and strategic thinking skills to understand and anticipate the impact and opportunities across multiple critical projects.
• Ability to build and establish positive relationships.
• Able to read, write, and speak with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Access.
• Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; provide leadership; be assertive and consistent in enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction.

Licensure

• Required: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); Basic Life Support (BLS); Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCM) – required within 3 months of hire; Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); Registered Nurse – CA. RN); Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Advanced Trauma Course Nursing (ATCN) may also be accepted in lieu of TNCC. Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) within 1 year of hire.
• Preferred: Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN); Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse (CPEN).

Physical Activity Requirements

• Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation.

Environmental & Functional Demand

Work Environments – Functional Demand: Light - Moderate energy level. Lift and carry 25-35 lbs. Push/pull 50-100 lbs (e.g., empty bed, stretcher).

Physical Activity Requirements: Lifting (Floor to waist level) – Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) – Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) – Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) – Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Waist level and above) – Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Waist level and above) – Occasional 0-35%.

Sensory Requirements: Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision.

Environment Requirements: Airborne Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations.

EEO Statement

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities. If you desire support or accommodations throughout the Talent Acquisition process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.