Nurse Leader – Patient Care & Operations

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California (USC) seeks an Assistant Nurse Manager to lead nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams in delivering high-quality patient care at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center and Hospital in California.

The role focuses on operational leadership, safety, and quality improvement, with budget oversight, staff development, and accountability for patient/family outcomes. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Minimum 3 years RN experience.
• Strong critical and strategic thinking, analytical and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Values diversity and teamwork; ethical conduct expected.
• Initiative, creativity, flexibility, and adaptability to change.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and Internet use.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for nursing staff and interdisciplinary team to support high-quality care.
• Oversee department operations, staff assignments, and resource planning.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage department budget, staffing, scheduling, and Kronos edits.
• Foster staff development, coaching, and performance evaluations.

Skills

Critical thinking

Strategic thinking

Organizational/time management

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet access

Job description

University of Southern California (USC) seeks an Assistant Nurse Manager to lead nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams in delivering high-quality patient care at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center and Hospital in California.

The role focuses on operational leadership, safety, and quality improvement, with budget oversight, staff development, and accountability for patient/family outcomes. Competitive salary offered.