Assistant Nurse Director, Intermediate Care

Assistant Nurse Director, Intermediate Care

Temecula, CA

$150,000 - $185,000  +SIGNING BONUS +  Benefits + Paid  Relocation

Full Time / Days

Overview of Opportunity

This is a critical, high-impact leadership role within one of the nation's largest and most respected healthcare providers. The  Assistant Nurse Director, Intermediate Care  will play a key role in supporting the overall direction of the Medical-Surgical and Telemetry (Intermediate Care) units within a major acute care hospital. This facility is known for high-acuity services, including being the region's only designated  Trauma Center , performing a high volume of surgeries, and managing significant Emergency Department visits.

The Assistant Nurse Director will be responsible for translating the strategic vision of the Nursing Director into daily operational success, focusing on exceptional patient outcomes, staff development, and maintaining compliance with all regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

1. Clinical and Quality Leadership

Oversight :  Provide clinical and operational oversight for the Intermediate Care (Med / Surg and Telemetry) units, ensuring the delivery of compassionate, patient-centered care.

Standards and Compliance :  Ensure the highest standards of patient safety, quality care, and strict regulatory compliance with TJC, CMS, and state licensing agencies.

Process Improvement :  Lead continuous quality improvement initiatives within the units to enhance patient outcomes, reduce readmissions, and improve efficiency.

2. Operational Management

Workflow and Patient Flow :  Manage daily workflow, staffing assignments, and patient flow dynamics to optimize unit productivity and resource utilization.

Budget Support :  Assist in the effective management of the unit budget, focusing on supply management and labor productivity.

Documentation :  Ensure accurate and timely documentation practices are followed in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory guidelines.

3. Team Leadership and Development

Staff Management :  Directly manage, mentor, and lead nursing staff (RNs) and clinical support teams, fostering an environment of accountability and professional growth.

Training :  Identify educational needs and facilitate ongoing training and competency validation for staff related to Med / Surg, Telemetry, and Intermediate Care standards.

Performance :  Conduct performance evaluations, manage conflict resolution, and support a positive, collaborative culture.

Required Qualifications

Category

Requirement

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited College or University in a related field.

Experience

Minimum  two (2) years  of recent, department-specific experience (Med / Surg / Telemetry or Intermediate Care).

Supervisory

Supervisory, Charge Nurse, or progressive leadership experience is preferred.

Licensure

Current and unrestricted  California Registered Nurse (RN) License.

Certifications

BLS Certification  (American Heart Association)  ACLS Certification  (American Heart Association)

Clinical Skill

Basic EKG / tele interpretation experience  OR  required coursework completion within six months of hire.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated and experienced nursing leader with a strong clinical background in acute medical-surgical and telemetry environments. They must possess excellent communication skills, a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, and the ability to define problems, collect data, and draw valid clinical and operational conclusions.