Provides leadership for staff and accountability for assigned operations.  In conjunction with the unit leadership, works to improve the quality of patient care, strengthens the financial performance of the department, and improve patient, physician, and employee satisfaction.   Serves as a role model and provides clinical expertise to the department.  Demonstrates effective skills in communication, advocacy, and promoting a shared vision. Identifies safety concerns and institutes measures to provide a safe environment for patient and staff.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal competence, negotiation and confrontation skills.
• Basic computer skills
• Organizational, prioritizing, and time management skills
• Clinical education related to specialty
• Knowledgeable and proficient in the use of healthcare technology within specialty area.
• Demonstrates a commitment to customer service and an ability to meet the needs and expectations of patients and colleagues.
• Current California RN license
• Current CPR certification
• BSN or currently enrolled in BSN program
• Two years clinical experience in an acute care facility
• Clinical certifications preferred for applicable units, i.e. ACLS, NRP, PALS, etc.
• Previous Management experience preferred

About the Hospital

Our Whittier campus delivers outstanding and compassionate care to patients, every day.

Among other awards, PIH Health Hospital - Whittier has been named one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® for the third consecutive year by Truven Health Analytics.

PIH Health Hospital in Whittier, CA is located 30 minutes east of Los Angeles, close to the Los Angeles and Orange County border. There are many great communities in which to live that surround the hospital. This means easy access to work, great dining, shopping, entertainment and spectacular beaches. Whatever your passion, you’ll find the right place for it here.