RN Assistant Nurse Manager - IR

Overview

Jacobs Medical Center, 9300 Campus Point Drive, San Diego, CA 92037, United States.

RN Assistant Nurse Manager - IR. Filing Deadline:
Tue 3/3/2026.

UC San Diego Health is Magnet designated, recognizing nursing excellence in transformation leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements, and empirical outcomes. Magnet status has been held since 2011.

• Support the day-to-day operations of Interventional Radiology at an assigned primary site (La Jolla, Hillcrest, or East Campus) with cross-coverage as needed.
• Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, support safe, high-quality patient care and uphold professional nursing standards per the ANA Code of Ethics.
• Manage daily clinical and operational workflows to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.
• Manage daily staffing needs, including real-time adjustments, resource allocation, and workload balancing.
• Review and approve timecards and assist with schedule oversight.
• Monitor and support staff productivity and operational efficiency across procedural areas.
• Serve as on-site leadership, managing patient and staff escalations, including patient service recovery and workflow issues.
• Provide real-time coaching and performance support to staff, reinforcing policies, procedures, and professional practice standards.
• Assist with staff meetings, staff engagement initiatives, and fostering a collaborative, accountable team culture.
• Support on-site regulatory compliance and readiness, including adherence to institutional policies and accreditation standards.
• Identify process gaps and assist with corrective actions and continuous improvement efforts.
• Participate in recruitment and hiring processes, including interviews, onboarding, and orientation.
• Perform administrative responsibilities and provide direct patient care when operational needs require, maintaining clinical competence and credibility with the team.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary partners to support coordinated care delivery and patient throughput, including PACU, anesthesia, the operating room, clinical trials, pharmacy, inpatient units, and ancillary services.

• A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Nursing.
• RN License issued by the State of California.
• BLS and ACLS at time of hire with commitment to obtain ART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Two (2+) years of experience in Interventional Radiology (IR). If insufficient applicant pool, candidates with two (2+) years of experience in Procedural Nursing may be considered.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills with all levels of staff, physicians, patients and external constituents, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to manage multiple levels of information and responsibilities and to develop potential solutions for moderately complex problems.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment with excellent interpersonal and communication skills; demonstrate empathy and kindness to staff and patients.
• Adherence to UCSD Health Medical Center (C.A.R.I.N.G.) Standards of Performance and professionalism in attire, attitude, conversation, behavior and attentiveness to others.

• One (1) or more years of RN leadership experience, including Charge, Supervisor, or Manager roles.
• Moderate Sedation Certified.

• Must be able to work varied hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Annual Full Pay Range: $132,600 - $259,800 (will be prorated if appointment percentage is less than 100%).

Hourly Equivalent: $63.51 - $124.43.

Factors in determining compensation include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business needs. The posted range may be broader due to internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements.

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with the Policy on Vaccination Programs. Life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status. For more information, visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

Applications/resumes are accepted for current openings only. If a job has an extended deadline, applications may be considered during extension; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached.

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