Assistant Nurse Manager — Nursing Ops & Quality Lead

Keck Medicine of USC; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Keck Medicine of USC is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager to lead nursing operations in collaboration with the Department Nurse Manager. You will guide daily care with budget-conscious HR decisions and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

This role emphasizes strong communication, teamwork, and commitment to patient safety and high-quality care across the unit. You will support patient and family services within an interdisciplinary team framework.

Qualifications

• BSN required; active RN license in California.
• Minimum 3 years acute care nursing experience as a registered nurse.
• Active BLS, ACLS, PALS and AB508 within 30 days, NIHSS within 30 days, NRP within 6 months, ENPC within 12 months; all active per hire/transfer dates.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage operations of assigned areas in collaboration with the Department Nurse Manager.
• Guide daily nursing services using sound HR and budget principles.
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement activities and input on standards of care.
• Support patient and family services through effective interdisciplinary teamwork.

Skills

Critical thinking

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Planning

Time management

Communication

Diversity & teamwork

Integrity

Initiative

Creativity

Flexibility

Accountability

Microsoft Office

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

Master's degree in Nursing (preferred)

Tools

None

Job description

Keck Medicine of USC is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager to lead nursing operations in collaboration with the Department Nurse Manager. You will guide daily care with budget-conscious HR decisions and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

This role emphasizes strong communication, teamwork, and commitment to patient safety and high-quality care across the unit. You will support patient and family services within an interdisciplinary team framework.