Nurse Manager (RN) — Lead Clinician in SCI Care

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in Long Beach, CA seeks a registered nurse to support the Spinal Cord Injury Service under the Nurse Manager. You will provide leadership, deliver direct patient care, and develop collaborative partnerships with physicians and other clinicians within the unit.

The role emphasizes professional development, adherence to standards, and contributing to patient safety and satisfaction in a high-need setting.

Qualifications

• English proficiency required for direct patient care per VA requirements.
• Current, full, active RN license in a US state or territory.
• BSN preferred; ADN or diploma may be acceptable with experience as described in the qualification standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an assistant with line authority to the unit Nurse Manager, providing leadership and direction to nursing staff.
• Perform delegated duties including providing direct patient care, scheduling, evaluations, and performance improvement actions.
• Develop and manage collaborative partnerships with physicians and other clinicians.
• Ensure standards of care, patient safety, and regulatory compliance across shifts.
• Support the work environment and accreditation processes within the unit.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Direct patient care

Collaboration with clinicians

Education

BSN preferred

RN licensure/state license

Job description

Veterans Health Administration in Long Beach, CA seeks a registered nurse to support the Spinal Cord Injury Service under the Nurse Manager. You will provide leadership, deliver direct patient care, and develop collaborative partnerships with physicians and other clinicians within the unit.

The role emphasizes professional development, adherence to standards, and contributing to patient safety and satisfaction in a high-need setting.