RN) Assistant Nurse Manager - La Jolla - 140808

#140808 (RN) Assistant Nurse Manager - La Jolla Filing Deadline:
Mon 8/24/2026

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UC San Diego Health is proud to be a four-time Magnet-designated organization and has now earned Magnet with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet is the gold standard for nursing excellence, achieved by only about 10% of hospitals worldwide. Magnet with Distinction is awarded to the highest-performing Magnet organizations, with only a select few earning this prestigious honor.

This recognition reflects our commitment to transformational leadership, professional nursing excellence, innovation, exceptional patient outcomes, and an empowering practice environment where nurses thrive.

Reports to the Jacobs Medical Center (JMC) Pre-Op/Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (Perianesthesia) Nurse Manager and provides direct supervision typically to professionals or skilled technical employees across all areas of Peri Operative Services including Pre Op, PACU, RRU and OR. Functions as advisor to unit and administration. Analyzes and resolves problems, interprets policies (e.g., fiscal management, HR, contracts and grants, resource management in defined areas) and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge.

Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action. Supervises staff to assure accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental goals and objectives.

This position assists with monitoring daily operations and overall function of the JMC Pre-Op and PACU Department. Oversees staff while maintaining budget and all Assistant Nurse Manager functions according to the job description. This position will work closely with leadership and team members from JMC Operating Room and the Sulpizio Cardiovascular Institute (CVI). Jacobs Medical Center has 24 ORs, which includes the Sulpizio CVI’s 4 ORs that report separately.

The Assistant Nurse Manager is involved in ensuring optimal patient outcomes through effective leadership and/or provision of patient care delivery in assigned nursing unit(s) or area(s). Promotes environment for a shared voice in nursing practice and exchange of ideas to continually improve nursing and patient care outcomes. Accountable for the quality, safety, patient experience and cost-effectiveness of patient care. Consults and collaborates with other health care professionals to coordinate the management of patient care.

Serves as a resource to staff, physicians, students and others. Supervises staff involved in providing clinical patient care. Assists in ensuring the quality of patient care delivery in a specific patient care area and serves as a role model for professional nursing practice. Assists with the administration and management of personnel, fiscal, and material resources. May assume full responsibility for the unit in delegated areas and in the absence of the manager.

The Assistant Nurse Manager is expected to perform clinical RN duties to assist with staffing levels when needed.

While not required, a cover letter is highly recommended when applying to this position.

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Nursing required.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state of California.
• BLS/CPR and ACLS certification at time of hire with commitment to get ART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Three (3+) or more years of recent OR, PACU, ICU, or ER RN experience in an acute care hospital.
• One or more (1+) Year(s) of Perianesthesia Charge experience.
• Demonstrated hospital management skills, with progressive expertise in patient care services.
• Knowledge to manage disaster incidents, sentinel events and ability to problem solve with critical thinking skills.
• Proven knowledge of relevant healthcare information technology and patient care workflows and processes.
• Proven knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements, as well as related legislative, accreditation, licensing and compliance environments.
• Demonstrated hospital management skills, with progressive expertise in patient care services.
• Knowledge to manage disaster incidents, sentinel events and ability to problem solve with critical thinking skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to manage multiple levels of information and responsibilities, and to quickly assess moderately-complex problems to develop potential solutions.