Under the leadership of the Associate Director, the Assistant Nurse Manager is responsible for coordinating the daily twenty-four (24) hour operations of the assigned patient care in order to provide quality, individualized patient care and in support of Medical Center philosophies.

A true leader aims to inspire—and at Cedars
Sinai, that’s exactly what our Nurse Managers do. They’ve got a strong combination of clinical skills, management abilities, and integrity, and they devote every ounce of their hearts to all that they do here. This culture of passion and dedication pulses through Cedars
Sinai, and it’s one of the many reasons we’ve earned a four-time Magnet designation. So if you’re passionate about leading an excellent team at an extraordinary, 852-bed teaching and research facility, we invite you to bring your talents to Cedars
Sinai. Come discover for yourself why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals. Are you ready to make a difference? Under the leadership of the Associate Director, the Assistant Nurse Manager is responsible for coordinating the daily twenty-four (24) hour operations of the assigned patient care in order to provide quality, individualized patient care and in support of Medical Center philosophies. The Assistant Nurse Manager ensures nursing staff on assigned unit(s) perform within their scope of responsibility and duties, and ensures accountability at the facility, department and position levels, including knowledge of required clinical/technical skills consistent with the Nurse Practice Act, Title 22, Joint Commission, The Plan for Provision of Nursing Care, The Plan for Provision of Care to Patients, and other regulatory requirements. Additional management responsibilities include compliance with the National Patient Safety Goals supporting quality improvement and the clinical care delivery processes; staffing, scheduling, and retention of staff; safety and quality management; and participation on unit practice council and TCAB. In conjunction with the Nurse Leader, the Assistant Nurse Manager assists with all administrative processes applicable to assigned unit(s), including human resources, assisting with unit based budgeting, evaluation of effectiveness of patient care resources, staffing, quality improvement planning, strategic planning, and educational development programs. The Assistant Nurse Manager supervises, mentors, and coaches staff and holds staff accountable for development and professional growth of each employee he/she supervises, supports research, participates in strategic planning, both long and short term, and assures patient advocacy. The Assistant Nurse Manager serves as the operational and leadership resource to the staff; evaluates effectiveness of patient care resources. The Assistant Nurse Manager is responsible for managing staffing effectiveness including, but not limited to accountability for overtime utilization on their unit, staff compliance with meal and rest breaks, staff attendance. The Assistant Nurse Manager conducts performance evaluations and oversees the completion of skills and competencies. In collaboration with the Nurse Leader, the Assistant Nurse Manager leads recruitment and retention activities. Responsibilities Collaborates to identify and assess patient safety concerns with respect to age and developmental considerations. Intervenes to provide a safe environment and evaluates effectiveness of intervention for patients. Provides leadership in the delivery of patient care and nursing practices within assigned clinical unit(s). Works with Nurse Management to address issues identified with regard to quality of care standards. Ensures efficient quality of care is provided and is in compliance with federal, state and local regulatory requirements and established organizational goals. Responsible for performance management, including supervising or developing action plans to support staff development and improve performance. In collaboration with CNIV and/or Charge Nurse and Nurse Leaders, ensures adequate staffing and time schedules are managed within budgetary standard. May authorize overtime or scheduling changes to fill shifts as necessary. Assists in monitoring established performance improvement systems to measure fiscal compliance. Assists the Nurse Leader with budget planning, staffing and scheduling, recruitment efforts internal/external to the organization, monitors meal periods and rest breaks, tardiness, absenteeism, overtime and keeps Nurse Manager informed of trends. Oversees documentation on direct and indirect patient care services for the safety, comfort, personal hygiene, and protection of our patients. Coordinates the interdisciplinary team approach to discharge planning, including team rounding. Supervises the coordination of patient assignments based on staff competencies, including the delegation and assignment patient care tasks and prioritization of workload, considering patient acuity, activity and available resources. In collaboration with other members of management, oversees the completion by staff of mandatory competencies to meet regulatory requirements, ensures on-going adherence, and monitors for compliance. Assists the Nurse Leader with the development of departmental goals, new hire evaluation process and promotes inter/intra departmental collaboration. Assists Nurse Manager with the recruitment and retention of staff, coaches and counsels staff, and facilitates staff meetings. Conducts timely peer review evaluations as it applies to the performance appraisal period and evaluation and ongoing feedback. Actively participates and manages operations during emergency situations, including participation in disaster preparedness. Effectively shares integrated learning/knowledge. Supports and/or represents department for organizational initiatives through the participation in meetings, such as staff meetings, shared governance, quality assurance meetings or committees, joint commission and related clinical forums. Assists in assessing the educational needs of staff, patient, and families; plans and coordinates with Nurse Educator the educational classes required for the department. Validates, monitors and evaluates the orientation process for new staff members. Coordinates with Nurse Leader to develop nursing knowledge and practice through in-service and basic competency programs to meet regulatory requirements. Other duties as assigned, including special projects. Education Bachelor's Degree Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing - minimum Master's Degree Master’s Degree in healthcare, nursing or healthcare administration profession. - preferred Experience 5 years minimum five (5) years’ experience in an acute care setting, which includes two (2) years in specialty and supervisory experience. - minimum Licenses and Certifications RN State License - Upon Hire minimum California State RN License Basic Life Support (BLS) - Upon Hire minimum Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification Other - Upon Hire minimum Other Competencies, as required by your specialty unit (ex. ACLS, PALS) ANCC Specialty Certification - Upon Hire minimum

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