Nurse Shift Manager Cardiac ICU

Dignity Health; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 190,635,000 - 279,749,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Stockton, CA is seeking a Nurse Shift Manager to lead a department of frontline nurses in acute care settings. You will advocate for staff, drive development, and ensure high-quality patient care within unit goals.

The role requires an AS nursing degree, 2+ years RN experience, and active CA RN license, along with BLS and ACLS certifications. You will collaborate across teams and uphold performance improvements.

Qualifications

• AS in Nursing required.
• Two years RN experience.
• Active California RN license.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a department of frontline nurses.
• Advocate for nursing staff and support development.
• Collaborate with area supervisors to support hospital goals.
• Address and resolve unit issues, including patient concerns and feedback.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Patient advocacy

Education

ASN in Nursing

RN license in CA

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Nurse Shift Manager, you'll oversee a department of frontline nurses caring for patients. Your previous experience in acute care, LTC, or nursing homes adds tremendous value to our nursing team.

Every day you will advocate for your fellow nurses as you support them in reaching their full potential, which aligns with your department's operational goals and objectives.

To thrive in this role, you need to be accountable and confident. You're an excellent communicator in 1:1 interactions and in front of groups. It's also important for you to be comfortable holding tough conversations, as you are responsible for the performance of your people and your unit.

• Collaborates with other area supervisors as required to support the hospital's role as a community health service provider.

• Assists in implementing a unit Quality Management Program consistent with hospital wide Performance Improvement Plan. Operates the units within the financial and productivity guidelines, setting goals and developing policies that support this objective.

• Provides for quality services by ensuring that the staff are well trained in the services to be provided.

• Addresses, escalates or resolves unit issues, including problem resolution related to customer complaints, concerns and suggestions.

$5,000 Sign on for eligible new hires with at least 1 year of relevant experience within the last 3-5 years.

Job Requirements

Required:

• Associates of Science in Nursing

• Two (2) years of clinical experience as a registered nurse

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of California

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification - American Heart Association

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification - American Heart Association

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1899, Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center is a 355-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Stockton, California. Serving over 125,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, cancer care, heart care, and a family birth center. Additionally, St. Joseph’s Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center and was named one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.

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Pay Range

$66.53 - $97.63 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.