Nurse Shift Manager Pediatrics

Bakersfield Memorial Hospital; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, a 385-bed acute care facility in Bakersfield, California, seeks a Nurse Shift Manager to oversee a department of frontline nurses and advance patient care. You will advocate for your team, drive performance, and lead tough conversations to meet department goals in a fast-paced environment.

An ADN and California RN license with at least 2 years of clinical RN experience are required, along with BLS certification.

Qualifications

• ADN required with active RN license in state of practice.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical RN experience.
• BLS certification and additional credentials may be required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a department of frontline nurses and ensure high-quality patient care.
• Advocate for the nursing team and support professional development.
• Hold tough conversations to drive performance and meet goals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Accountability

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN)

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.

Job Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Nursing (e.g., ADN).
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience as a registered nurse.
• Registered Nursing License (RN) in state of practice, Basic Life Support (BLS), other credentials or credential modules may be required.

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1956, Dignity Health - Memorial Hospital is a 385-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Bakersfield, California. Serving nearly 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, maternity care, and orthopedics. Additionally, Memorial Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and its Lauren Small Children’s Center is the first comprehensive pediatric program in Kern County.