Nurse Shift Lead — Empower Care & Optimize Staffing

Dignity Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health – Mercy Hospital in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Nurse Shift Manager to lead a team of frontline nurses in acute care settings. You will advocate for staff, support professional growth, and align with department goals.

The role requires an ASN, a CA RN license, BLS and ACLS, plus CCHEMOP certification and at least two years of clinical RN experience. You will supervise shift staffing, ensure patient safety, and maintain records to prepare for the next shift.

Qualifications

• Requires ASN nursing degree and RN license in CA.
• Minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Cancer Chemotherapy Provider (CCHEMOP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervises nursing staff on a shift and assigns patients based on condition and skill.
• Monitors and educates staff on patient care and implements emergency procedures.
• Anticipates staffing needs and facilitates proactive adjustments.
• Oversees stocking of supplies and maintains patient records for next shift.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Team coordination

Education

ASN

Job description

Dignity Health – Mercy Hospital in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Nurse Shift Manager to lead a team of frontline nurses in acute care settings. You will advocate for staff, support professional growth, and align with department goals.

The role requires an ASN, a CA RN license, BLS and ACLS, plus CCHEMOP certification and at least two years of clinical RN experience. You will supervise shift staffing, ensure patient safety, and maintain records to prepare for the next shift.