**Responsibilities**
**Position Summary:**
Plans the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit during an assigned shift. Supervises nursing staff assigned to a particular shift. Assigns patients to available nursing staff, taking into consideration the patient's condition and the employee's skill level. Anticipates staffing needs and moves proactively to respond to them. Oversees stocking of supplies and updating patient records to ensure that the nursing floor is ready for subsequent shifts.
**Principal Duties and Accountabilities:**
+ Supervises nursing staff assigned to a particular shift. Assigns patients to available nursing staff, taking into consideration the patient's condition and the employee's skill level.
+ Assesses, monitors, and educates the nursing staff on patient care. Institutes emergency procedures as necessary.
+ Anticipates staffing needs and moves proactively to respond to them.
+ Oversees stocking of supplies and updating patient records to ensure that the nursing floor is ready for subsequent shifts.
**Qualifications**
**Minimum Qualifications:**
+ Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience as a registered nurse
+ Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN)
+ Current CA RN license
+ Current BLS through the American Heart Assoication (AHA)
+ Other credentials may be required
**Preferred:**
+ RN leadership experience in an acute care setting
+ Bachelos Degree in Nursing (BSN)
**Overview**
Nestled in the heart of East Sacramento, Dignity Health Mercy General Hospital is a 313 bed acute care facility that provides a wide range of services with special advocacy for the poor and underserved. Mercy General is home to the nationally ranked Alex G. Spanos Heart & Vascular Institute. Key achievements and recognitions include: from the Joint Commission; Advanced Joint Replacement, Spine Center of Excellence Primary Stroke Center, Ventricular Assist Device, and Chest Pain Certification. Other accolades include CMS 5 stars, Practice Green Health 2021, Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade "A", Level 4 Epilepsy Center and Opioid Stewardship Honor Roll. Mercy General Hospital is proud to foster inclusion and diversity as part of our mission, vision, and values.
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**Pay Range**
$66.53 - $85.94 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.