Nursing Manager - Lead Patient-Centered Care & Team Growth

CommonSpirit Health; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health's Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz, CA, seeks a Nursing Manager to lead and empower the nursing team to deliver patient-centered care. You will guide Registered Nurses, oversee operations, and drive professional development while achieving unit goals. Strong leadership, communication, and accountability are essential.

Applicants should demonstrate ability to manage resources, mentor staff, and foster an environment of continuous improvement in a dynamic hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree required.
• At least 3 years of nursing experience.
• At least 1 year of leadership experience.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Registered Nurse license: CA (RN: CA).
• Magnet Hospital environment: BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Registered Nurses.
• Oversee clinical operations.
• Advocate for patient and team needs.
• Drive professional development and unit goals.
• Manage resources and daily activities of the nursing department.
• Coordinate shifts and assign work.
• Provide patient care as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

CPR (BLS-CPR)

Education

Bachelor of Science

RN:CA License

BSN

Job description

CommonSpirit Health's Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz, CA, seeks a Nursing Manager to lead and empower the nursing team to deliver patient-centered care. You will guide Registered Nurses, oversee operations, and drive professional development while achieving unit goals. Strong leadership, communication, and accountability are essential.

Applicants should demonstrate ability to manage resources, mentor staff, and foster an environment of continuous improvement in a dynamic hospital setting.