Summary/Objective

Responsibilities include supporting the Emergency Department (ED) or Acute Care unit manager by overseeing daily operations, supervising nursing staff, ensuring high-quality patient care, maintaining compliance with hospital policies, and actively participating in staff training and development, all while working in a fast-paced, high-stress environment; essentially acting as the second-in-command for the ED/Acute Care unit.  

Essential Functions

Monitoring patient care delivery to ensure high standards of nursing practice are met.

Assessing patient acuity, assigning tasks to nursing staff, and managing complex cases.

Providing direct patient care as needed, particularly during high-volume or critical situations.

Review and maintain policies and procedures.

Participates in team meetings and/or committees and special projects.

Professional, courteous, and responsive to patients, co-workers, and superiors.

Core Competencies

Global and Cultural Awareness

Strong Leadership Skills - Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Required Education and Experience

Graduation from an accredited nursing school or program.

Proof of a current California license, with the ability to practice in the state of California.

Bachelor's degree in nursing required.

Significant experience in Emergency nursing and/or Acute Care nursing.

Strong leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to manage a team.

Preferred Education and Experience

Graduate in good standing with a 3.0 GPA or greater.

Minimum 5 years' experience in a specialty area.

Three years' experience as a department manager or director.

Required Certifications and Licenses

Current Registered Nursing license issued by the State of California. 

Current BLS/CPR, ACLS, and PALS are required.

Preferred Certifications and Licenses

TNCC

NIHSS

ENA

CEN

 
At SoHum Health we are dedicated to our mission to provide high-quality local medical services and engage community members in education and lifestyle opportunities to promote their optimal health and wellness. SoHum Health is the sole provider of emergency, acute, radiology, skilled nursing, pharmacy, and a number of other health services in our vast rural region. For this reason we serve a unique role as a hub and trusted partner for the patients we serve. Our core values of caring, quality, teamwork, and positivity guide our day-to-day actions as we strive to improve the health of our underserved community. As our ideal candidate you will be inspired to help us achieve these goals.