Nurse Shift Manager Emergency

Commonspirit; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Northridge Hospital Medical Center, part of Dignity Health, seeks a Nurse Shift Manager to lead a frontline nursing team, oversee patient care, and champion staff development in a high-acuity department. You will drive quality care, mentor nurses, and ensure smooth shift operations within a bustling hospital.

The role requires accountability, confident communication, and the ability to navigate tough conversations while aligning with department goals and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience as a registered nurse.
• Current and Active Registered Nurse: CA
• AHA Basic Life Support / Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support
• Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course, within 6 months
• Fire Safety, within 90 Days

Responsibilities

• Supervises nursing staff assigned to a particular shift. Assigns patients to available nursing staff, taking into consideration the patient's condition and the employee's skill level.
• Assesses, monitors, and educates the nursing staff on patient care. Institutes emergency procedures as necessary.
• Anticipates staffing needs and moves proactively to respond to them.
• Oversees stocking of supplies and updating patient records to ensure that the nursing floor is ready for subsequent shifts.

Education

RN license - CA

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our 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.

• Supervises nursing staff assigned to a particular shift. Assigns patients to available nursing staff, taking into consideration the patient's condition and the employee's skill level.
• Assesses, monitors, and educates the nursing staff on patient care. Institutes emergency procedures as necessary.
• Anticipates staffing needs and moves proactively to respond to them.
• Oversees stocking of supplies and updating patient records to ensure that the nursing floor is ready for subsequent shifts.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience as a registered nurse
• Current and Active Registered Nurse: CA
• AHA Basic Life Support / Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support
• Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course, within 6 - months
• Fire Safety, within 90 Days

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1955, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care and women’s health. It is the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley.

Additionally, Northridge Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and has been recognized as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.

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