Posting number: 26-74026-03
Department: RUHS-Medical Center
Job classification: ASSISTANT NURSE MANAGER - MC/CHC
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Management, Nursing, Health Education, Health Care Support
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The Riverside University Health System - Medical Center (RUHS-MC), Operating Room Department is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager MC/CHC to join our team located in Moreno Valley. This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies in either the Unit Leader or Unit Educator assignment.
Our Perioperative Services team is dedicated to providing safe, individualized surgical care from preoperative preparation through postoperative recovery. We prioritize keeping patients and families informed and engaged throughout their surgical journey, supporting improved outcomes and recovery. The Assistant Nurse Manager will support the Clinical Director by supervising perioperative staff, and managing daily OR operations.
The incumbent in the Assistant Nurse Manager (Unit Leader) assignment will provide operational leadership by supervising and evaluating perioperative nursing staff, coordinating daily department operations, managing staffing and patient care delivery, ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and supporting the Clinical Directors to promote efficient, high-quality surgical services.
The incumbent in the Assistant Nurse Manager (Unit Educator) assignment will provide clinical leadership by developing and coordinating staff education, orientation, competency validation, and professional development programs. The incumbent will promote evidence-based practice, support quality improvement initiatives, mentor nursing staff, and foster continuous learning to enhance clinical excellence and patient outcomes.
The most competitive candidates will possess extensive clinical experience in perioperative/OR settings, demonstrated leadership experience in a charge nurse or similar supervisory role, strong operational knowledge of the surgical environment, and experience supporting staff development through education, orientation, competency validation, and mentorship. Candidates should also have experience implementing quality improvement (QI) initiatives, the ability to effectively manage staff and workflows in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, strong communication and collaboration skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Unit Educator: 9/80, with every other Monday off, Hours: 6:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Unit Leader: 9/80, with every other Monday off, Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Meet the Team!
At Riverside University Health System Medical Center, nursing is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to make a real difference in a vibrant and diverse community. Nationally recognized for its forward-thinking and innovative approach to patient care, RUHS Medical Center is also a proud teaching hospital and one of the top employers in the region.
Our 439-bed facility is a designated Level I Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, and home to the region’s only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Here, you’ll gain valuable experience across a wide range of specialties, including trauma care, stroke, pediatrics, and critical care.
We are committed to your professional growth, offering continuous education, training, and career development programs in a collaborative, supportive, and rewarding environment. Whether you’re an experienced nurse or just starting your career, RUHS Medical Center provides unparalleled opportunities to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact.
Could you see yourself making a difference here?
Discover more about RUHS Medical Center at www.ruhealth.org.
Education: Successful completion of the education required to obtain a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse by the State of California. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in nursing is preferred.
Experience: Three years as a registered nurse, which must have included one year of charge nurse or experience in a lead capacity.
Knowledge of: Application of the nursing process; full range of registered nurse duties and responsibilities; principles and methods of supervision and training; basic management skills; problem solving techniques.
Ability to: Plan, organize, supervise, and evaluate nursing services within specific unit(s); communicate effectively; positively manage change and conflict; interpret licensure and accreditation standards; analyze and draft department policies and procedures; apply productive problem-solving skills; write clear and concise reports; perform registered nurse responsibilities according to the State of California Nurse Practice Act; implement the nursing process.
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Please contact Lisette Jimenez at 951-955-5561 or lijimenez@rivco.org. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.
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