Assistant Nurse Manager AC, Radiology

Rady Children's Health Orange County (CHOC); Orange (CA); On-site; USD 127,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Assistant Clinical Nurse Manager (ACM) at CHOC will oversee patient care delivery and workflow for a designated unit. You will directly supervise RNs, clinical staff, and support personnel, coordinating hiring decisions, performance evaluations, mentoring, and scheduling to ensure top-quality care.

Responsibilities include leading daily quality audits and huddles, driving staff meetings, and maintaining patient-centered care within fiscal constraints.

Qualifications

• RN graduation from an accredited school; Bachelor's degree required.
• Master of Science in Nursing or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient care delivery and workflow for a designated unit.
• Directly supervise RNs, Clinical Associates, technicians, unit assistants and support staff.
• Complete daily or shift quality audits and visibility boards; facilitate daily huddles and staff meetings.
• Lead staff development, scheduling, and management of employee relations; deliver quality patient-centered care within budget.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Supervisory experience

Education

RN licensure required

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

MSN or related field preferred

Job description

Work Location

Orange, California

Work Shift

Day – 08hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

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

The Assistant Clinical Nurse Manager (ACM) will be responsible and accountable for over-seeing the patient care delivery and workflow of a designated Care Unit. 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.

Pay Range

Minimum $127,442 Midpoint $168,854 Maximum $210,267

Experience:

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

Special 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: Active Registered Nursing Licensure (RN), Basic Life Supports (BLS), Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS). Specialty Certification (ANCC) within 2 years of hire

Work Environments – Functional Demand:

Light – Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35 lbs. Push/pull 50-100 lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher).

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

Physical Activity Lifting

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:

Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination 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.