Nurse Manager - Emergency Department - St. Louise Regional Hospital
Apply NowCompany: County of Santa Clara, CA
Location: San Jose, CA 95123
Description:
Salary : $250,752.32 - $321,332.96 Annually
Location : San Jose Metropolitan Area, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 25-S53-B
Department: Santa Clara Valley Health Care - St. Louise Regional Hospital
Division: Emergency Department - SLRH
Opening Date: 02/26/2025
Closing Date: 3/12/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: 92
Description
Under direction of the Director, Critical Care and Operating Room Services or the Director, Ambulatory Nursing and Operations, to manage the Emergency Department on a 24 hour basis.
The Power of WE: Together, we can make a greater impact. Bringing better care and expanding healthcare services across the community.
Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH) is the second largest public health care system in California and includes three acute care hospitals, 14 clinics and 60+ specialty and sub-specialty services. Our mission is to provide high-quality, accessible healthcare and excellent service to everyone in Santa Clara County.
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center - SCVMC is a full-service tertiary acute care teaching hospital with 699 licensed beds providing a wide range of specialized services, including Rehabilitation, Burn, Trauma, and NICU. SCVMC was ranked by U.S. News and World Report as #6 Rehabilitation Hospital in the nation and #1 in the West and designated as a 2024 High Performing hospital for Maternity Care, Heart Failure, Stroke, Hip Fracture, and Pneumonia.
O'Connor Hospital - O'Connor Hospital (OCH) is a 358 licensed bed acute care facility offering a full range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and specialty programs to residents of Santa Clara County. It was founded in 1889 as one of the first hospitals in the county. OCH has grown significantly over the past five years in both its inpatient volume and its Emergency Department visits. Along with these volume increases other ancillary and clinical departments like imaging, lab, pharmacy, and respiratory have seen growth as well.
St. Louise Regional Hospital - Since 1989, St. Louise Regional Hospital (SLRH) has been caring for the residents in Santa Clara and San Benito Counties, offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical specialties. SLRH has 93 beds, is a Designated Primary Stroke Center, and is the only acute care hospital in the area. Located in Gilroy, SLRH maintains a CALSTAR 2 emergency helicopter base on the premises.
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Typical Tasks
Assessment:
Employment Standards
Possession of a valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
Possession of the knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
Relevant education, training and experience and demonstrated current competence in the nursing care of the patient requiring emergency diagnostic and therapeutic services would typically be obtained through:
The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more
The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.
In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.
Retirement Benefits
The County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.
Health Flexible Spending Account
The empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.
Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.
Life and AD&D
The County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.
Employee Wellness
The offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.
Education Reimbursement
A generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.
NOTE: Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.
Click here to access all Memoranda of Understanding and most recent Summary of Changes.
01
Do you have an active California Registered Nurse License without restrictions?
02
*What is your highest level of Nursing Education?
03
Do you have 2 or more years of RN experience in the Emergency Department?
04
Indicate the number of years you've worked as an RN in a Joint Commission Accredited Acute Care Hospital in the Emergency Department.
05
Do you have 2 or more years of progressive nursing management experience?
06
Do you have 2 or more years of Leadership, Management, or similar experience in the Emergency Department?
07
Do you have recent RN supervisory or management experience in a Joint Commission accredited acute care hospital - Emergency?
08
Describe your supervisory or management experience. Provide the full range of your supervisory responsibilities. Include name of employer, job title, number of staff supervised, dates of employment and number of hours worked a week.
09
Describe your experience in developing and implementing appropriate policies and procedures to ensure the smooth functioning of an assigned unit. Include the type of program(s) you were responsible for supervising/managing, number and levels of staff supervised, and the dates of employment.
10
Explain your experience in retention and mentorship of staff?
11
How relevant is professional development to your care as a nurse manager?
12
What have you done to contribute to the patient experience in your organization?
13
Do you have a current ACLS certification?
14
Do you have a current BLS certification?
15
Do you have a current PALS certification?
16
List all advanced certifications you have that are related to the Nurse Manager - Emergency Department role.
17
Indicate type of electronic health record software you have experience using.
18
How did you find out about this job?
Required Question
Location : San Jose Metropolitan Area, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 25-S53-B
Department: Santa Clara Valley Health Care - St. Louise Regional Hospital
Division: Emergency Department - SLRH
Opening Date: 02/26/2025
Closing Date: 3/12/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: 92
Description
Under direction of the Director, Critical Care and Operating Room Services or the Director, Ambulatory Nursing and Operations, to manage the Emergency Department on a 24 hour basis.
The Power of WE: Together, we can make a greater impact. Bringing better care and expanding healthcare services across the community.
Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH) is the second largest public health care system in California and includes three acute care hospitals, 14 clinics and 60+ specialty and sub-specialty services. Our mission is to provide high-quality, accessible healthcare and excellent service to everyone in Santa Clara County.
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center - SCVMC is a full-service tertiary acute care teaching hospital with 699 licensed beds providing a wide range of specialized services, including Rehabilitation, Burn, Trauma, and NICU. SCVMC was ranked by U.S. News and World Report as #6 Rehabilitation Hospital in the nation and #1 in the West and designated as a 2024 High Performing hospital for Maternity Care, Heart Failure, Stroke, Hip Fracture, and Pneumonia.
O'Connor Hospital - O'Connor Hospital (OCH) is a 358 licensed bed acute care facility offering a full range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and specialty programs to residents of Santa Clara County. It was founded in 1889 as one of the first hospitals in the county. OCH has grown significantly over the past five years in both its inpatient volume and its Emergency Department visits. Along with these volume increases other ancillary and clinical departments like imaging, lab, pharmacy, and respiratory have seen growth as well.
St. Louise Regional Hospital - Since 1989, St. Louise Regional Hospital (SLRH) has been caring for the residents in Santa Clara and San Benito Counties, offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical specialties. SLRH has 93 beds, is a Designated Primary Stroke Center, and is the only acute care hospital in the area. Located in Gilroy, SLRH maintains a CALSTAR 2 emergency helicopter base on the premises.
Learn more about Santa Clara Valley Healthcare: https://www.scvh.org/home and follow us on:
LinkedIn | www.linkedin.com/company/county-of-santa-clara/
Facebook | www.facebook.com/sccjob
Instagram | www.instagram.com/sccjobs/
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Typical Tasks
Assessment:
- Analyzes utilization of staff and distribution of workloads with respect to organization, fiscal management, and social, political, professional and specialization trends in nursing practice within area of responsibility;
- Assesses and identifies the educational needs of staff as well as the quality of nursing care delivered, as these relate to nursing care standards;
- Identifies situations requiring corrective action and organizes, analyzes and presents appropriate documentation.
Planning:
- Develops staffing patterns that provide for quality patient care;
- Collaborates with the Director, Critical Care and Operating Room Services or the Director, Ambulatory Nursing and Operations to influence institutional goal setting by identifying and communicating problems, pressures and trends;
- Collaborates with appropriate levels of nursing staff to determine policies and procedures to be used within nursing;
- Collaborates with other nursing staff in planning and executing approaches to nursing process in response to changing needs;
- Participates in long range planning and establishes goals and objectives to facilitate the delivery of quality patient care;
- In collaboration, plans a systematic approach to staff development for the purpose of recruitment and retention;
- Assists in the development of a budget to support the established clinical care standards.
Implementation:
- Participates in the process of identification, supervision, and implementation of departmental goals;
- Facilitates the formulation of patient care standards;
- Uses systematic methods to resolve patient care and nursing problems; initiates planned change, evaluates outcomes, and implements corrective action through conscious, deliberate and collaborative efforts;
- Participates in resolving unusual or complex interdepartmental problems as they relate to the delivery of quality nursing care;
- Serves as mediator for personnel concerns which cannot be resolved at a lower level in the nursing organizations;
- Facilitates communication between departmental staff;
- Meets regularly with medical staff to share information and problem solve;
- Participates in directing and implementing policies and procedures for appointment, transfer, and termination of personnel;
- Participates in selection of candidates for available position through initial interviews based upon the specific technical and psychosocial competencies required on individual nursing unit. Determines skill level and compatibility with health care team through personal interview and other means;
- In collaboration with Clinical and Administrative staff developers, implements and evaluates orientation programs;
- Participates in development and teaching of leadership and management skills;
- Assists in implementing the most cost-effective utilization of staff;
- Promotes compliance with Federal, State and local regulatory standards, and J.C.A.H.O.;
- Collaborates with the Director, Critical Care and Operating Room Services or the Director, Ambulatory Nursing and Operations to identify need for corrective action of an employee and initiates action when necessary.
Evaluation:
- Periodically reviews organization structure, policies and procedures to enhance administrative effectiveness and support goal attainment of the clinical programs;
- Directs and implements utilization of nursing care evaluation tools;
- Participates in the evaluation of the delivery of support services necessary to facilitate quality nursing care;
- Reviews incident reports to identify and correct common problems;
- Annually evaluates own personal performance and job satisfaction based on attainment of goals.
Employment Standards
Possession of a valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
Possession of the knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
Relevant education, training and experience and demonstrated current competence in the nursing care of the patient requiring emergency diagnostic and therapeutic services would typically be obtained through:
- Training and experience in the care of emergency patients (CA Title XXII, Section 70455 (c) requirement);
- A minimum of two years of recent emergency room experience;
- A minimum of two years of progressive nursing management experience;
- Possession of a baccalaureate degree in nursing and a master's degree in nursing or a management discipline, or
- Equivalent combination of training and experience.
The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more
The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.
In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.
Retirement Benefits
The County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.
Health Flexible Spending Account
The empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.
Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.
Life and AD&D
The County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.
Employee Wellness
The offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.
Education Reimbursement
A generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.
NOTE: Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.
Click here to access all Memoranda of Understanding and most recent Summary of Changes.
01
Do you have an active California Registered Nurse License without restrictions?
- Yes
- No
02
*What is your highest level of Nursing Education?
- AA/ AS/ Diploma, Clinical Practicum concurrent with theory in a non-accredited Joint Commission acute care hospital
- BSN, Clinical Practicum concurrent with theory in a non-accredited Joint Commission acute care hospital
- AA/ AS/ Diploma, Clinical Practicum concurrent with theory in an accredited Joint Commission acute care hospital
- MEPN with RN license pursuing MS
- BSN, Clinical Practicum concurrent with theory in an accredited Joint Commission acute care hospital
- MSN
- PhD
03
Do you have 2 or more years of RN experience in the Emergency Department?
- Yes
- No
04
Indicate the number of years you've worked as an RN in a Joint Commission Accredited Acute Care Hospital in the Emergency Department.
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1-2 years
- 2-3 years
- 3-4 years
- 4-5 years
- 5+ years
- 10+ years
05
Do you have 2 or more years of progressive nursing management experience?
- Yes
- No
06
Do you have 2 or more years of Leadership, Management, or similar experience in the Emergency Department?
- Yes
- No
07
Do you have recent RN supervisory or management experience in a Joint Commission accredited acute care hospital - Emergency?
- Yes
- No
08
Describe your supervisory or management experience. Provide the full range of your supervisory responsibilities. Include name of employer, job title, number of staff supervised, dates of employment and number of hours worked a week.
09
Describe your experience in developing and implementing appropriate policies and procedures to ensure the smooth functioning of an assigned unit. Include the type of program(s) you were responsible for supervising/managing, number and levels of staff supervised, and the dates of employment.
10
Explain your experience in retention and mentorship of staff?
11
How relevant is professional development to your care as a nurse manager?
12
What have you done to contribute to the patient experience in your organization?
13
Do you have a current ACLS certification?
- Yes
- No
14
Do you have a current BLS certification?
- Yes
- No
15
Do you have a current PALS certification?
- Yes
- No
16
List all advanced certifications you have that are related to the Nurse Manager - Emergency Department role.
17
Indicate type of electronic health record software you have experience using.
- All Scripts
- ARCIS
- Center
- e Clinical Works
- EPIC
- Essentris
- GE EMR
- IBEX
- Intergy
- Meditech
- Other
- No experience with electronic health records software
18
How did you find out about this job?
- Contacted by County Recruiter
- Contacted by a Recruitment Firm
- County Employee Referral
- County of Santa Clara Career Website
- County of Santa Clara Job Interests Email Notification
- Indeed
- Virtual Job Fair
- In Person Job Fair
- In-Person Networking Professional Event
- Virtual Networking Event
- Community Event
- Glassdoor
- Governmentjobs.com
- Professional Association
- Search Engine (Google, Bing, online search, etc.)
- Hospital Website: SCVMC, O'Connor Hospital, St. Louise Regional Hospital Website
- Handshake
- Student Career Center
- County Text Message
- Other (Specify in the next question)
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