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- Has effective verbal and written communication skills
- Has excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to interact with others to accomplish a set outcome
- Applies critical thinking to prioritize and re-prioritize workload to meet the needs of the organization
- Is knowledgeable of principles and practices of management, nursing standards, health services, and hospital-wide policies
- Reviewing and creating policies and standards for Nursing and Ancillary Services that are consistent with the Department's philosophy and mission
- Working with various departments on regulatory requirements and improvement processes
- Interviewing, hiring, and evaluating subordinate staff
- Instructing licensed and non-licensed nursing personnel and ancillary staff
- Forecasting and ensuring daily staffing needs of the department are met
- Working in collaboration with department managers to develop and oversee an education plan
- You will have an opportunity to participate in and lead various improvement projects that involve patients, their families, and the community
- As an integrated system, Contra Costa County Health Services offers and presents multiple opportunities to grow professionally
- Personal satisfaction from serving the community and mentoring and coaching to build capability
- You will be part of the team to create optimal health for ALL
- Great retirement plan and health benefits for you and your family
- You will need to reprioritize assignments based on the direction to meet the latest needs of the organization
- You will be challenged with deciding which improvement projects to work on
- You will need to adapt and adjust to the continuous improvement culture
- Decision making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
- Handling and resolving conflict: Managing interpersonally strained situations
- Thinking & Acting Systematically: Formulating objectives, priorities, and implementing plans consistent with the short term and long-term interests of the department
- Managing Performance: Ensuring superior individual and group performance
- Strategic Thinking & Perspective: Evaluating immediate actions in context of achieving long range objectives
- Knowledge of Adult learning principles, effective teaching methods, and curriculum development
- Experience preparing clear and concise reports and correspondence, including staff evaluations and audits
- At least one (1) year recent experience in a Professional Development/Education department in an acute care hospital
- Two (2) years recent experience working as a Charge Nurse or Nurse Manager in an acute care hospital
- Experience in staff development and coordinating a quality learning environment
- Knowledge of Centers of Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Condition of Participation and Federal regulatory agencies
- Possess a current Crisis Prevention Institute Certification (CPI)
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes, and a copy of my license is attached to my application
- No
- Yes, and proof of my certification is attached to my application
- No
- I possess a bachelor's degree in nursing, hospital or health care administration, or a closely related field, from an accredited college or university (and a copy of my transcripts are attached to my application)
- I possess a bachelor's degree in Education which may be substituted for the BSN (and a copy of my transcripts are attached to my application)
- None of the above
- 5 years or more of experience as described
- 4 years or more, but less than 5 years of experience as described
- 3 years or more, but less than 4 years of experience as described
- 2 years or more, but less than 3 years, of experience as described
- 1 year or more, but less than 2 years, of experience as described
- Less than 1 year of experience as described
- I do not have any experience as described
- Professional Development Education Program
- Behavioral Health
- Emergency Services unit and Perioperative Services: Possession of a valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification and Pediatric Advanced Life Support, issued by the American Heart Association is also required
- Critical Care Services (ICU/IMCU) and Medical Surgical units: Possession of a valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification issued by the American Heart Association is also required
- Perinatal Services: Possession of a valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification and Pediatric Advanced Life Support, issued by the American Heart Association; and a valid Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification is also required
- Detention Services: Possession of a Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP) credential issued by the National Commission on Correctional Health Care is also required
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes, and a copy of my certification is attached to my application
- No
- 4 years or more of experience as described
- 3 years or more, but less than 4 years of experience as described
- 2 years or more, but less than 3 years, of experience as described
- 1 year or more, but less than 2 years, of experience as described
- Less than 1 year of experience as described
- I do not have any experience as described
- 4 years or more of experience as described
- 3 years or more, but less than 4 years of experience as described
- 2 years or more, but less than 3 years, of experience as described
- 1 year or more, but less than 2 years, of experience as described
- Less than 1 year of experience as described
- I do not have any experience as described
- 4 years or more of experience as described
- 3 years or more, but less than 4 years of experience as described
- 2 years or more, but less than 3 years, of experience as described
- 1 year or more, but less than 2 years, of experience as described
- Less than 1 year of experience as described
- I do not have any experience as described
- 4 years or more of experience as described
- 3 years or more, but less than 4 years of experience as described
- 2 years or more, but less than 3 years, of experience as described
- 1 year or more, but less than 2 years, of experience as described
- Less than 1 year of experience as described
- I do not have any experience as described
- Yes
- No
Nursing Program Manager - Martinez, United States - Contra Costa County, CA
Description
Salary : $198, $219,185.64 AnnuallyLocation : Martinez, CA
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: VWHF-2023A
Department: Health Services - Only
Opening Date: 02/02/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: ZA
The Position
The Board of Supervisors have authorized the following future salary increases:
4% on July 1, 2023
4% on July 1, 2024
4% on July 1, 2025
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
The Contra Costa County Health Services Department is offering an excellent career opportunity to qualified individuals interested in the Nursing Program Manager position. There is currently one (1) vacant position assigned to the Professional Development Department at Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC) located in Martinez, CA.
Health Services offers a complete array of patient-centered health care services delivered to the people of Contra Costa. It is important to serve the health care needs of all county residents. For more than a century, Contra Costa has been providing quality health care services to the entire community and patients know they are receiving excellent medical care.
You will plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate the education and professional development needs of nursing and ancillary staff assigned to patient care for an assigned department. You will also be responsible for designing and implementing policies to achieve and maintain goals that ensure the delivery of quality patient care and service excellence. Additionally, you will be responsible for the development of a department quality improvement plan as well as the ongoing Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Programs along with the department's educational plan.
We are looking for someone who:
The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.
Minimum Qualifications
License and Certification Required: Candidates must possess and maintain throughout the duration of employment: a current, valid and unrestricted Registered Nurse license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing; AND a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or CPR certification issued by the American Red Cross (Healthcare Provider).
Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree in nursing, hospital or health care administration, or a closely related field, from an accredited college or university. For Professional Development assignments, a bachelor's degree in Education may be substituted for the BSN.
Experience: Four (4) years of full-time experience, or its equivalent, as a Registered Nurse in an acute care hospital, community mental health system, or correctional medical setting, two (2) years of which must have been as a Charge Nurse or in a similar supervisory capacity. One (1) year of the required experience must have been in the specialty area of the assigned program.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Specific qualifications are required beyond those specified above for the following assignments:
Emergency Services unit and Perioperative Services: Possession of a valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification and Pediatric Advanced Life Support, issued by the American Heart Association
Critical Care Services (ICU/IMCU) and Medical Surgical units: Possession of a valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification issued by the American Heart Association
Perinatal Services: Possession of a valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification and Pediatric Advanced Life Support, issued by the American Heart Association; and a valid Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification
Detention Services: Possession of a Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP) credential issued by the National Commission on Correctional Health Care
Employees may also be required to complete additional unit-specific training and certifications during the first year of employment. All certifications must be maintained throughout the duration of employment.
Desirable Qualifications:
1. Application Filing and Evaluation: All applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.
2. Training and Experience Evaluation: At the time of filing, within the supplemental questionnaire, candidates will be required to complete a training and experience questionnaire. Candidates that clearly meet the minimum qualifications, as described above, will have their training and experience responses evaluated. The training and experience questionnaire is designed to measure candidate's relevant education, training, and/or experience as it relates to The Nursing Program Manager classification. (Weighted 100%).
The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.
For recruitment questions, please contact Health Services Personnel, Recruitment Team at For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs' applicant support team for assistance at
CONVICTION HISTORY
After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to
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The purpose of the questionnaire is to provide applicants the opportunity to elaborate on their experience, education, and training for the Nursing Program Manager position and to assist Personnel staff in assessing each applicant's qualifications. If you meet the minimum qualifications for this position, your responses to the questionnaire will be evaluated. The scores you obtain will be used to determine your rank on the eligible list.
I understand the above instructions.
The minimum qualifications for this position require the following:
License and Certification Required: Candidates must possess and maintain throughout the duration of employment: a current, valid, and unrestricted Registered Nurse license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing; AND a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or CPR certification issued by the American Red Cross (Healthcare Provider).
Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree in nursing, hospital or health care administration, or a closely related field, from an accredited college or university. For Professional Development assignments, a bachelor's degree in Education may be substituted for the BSN.
Experience: Four (4) years of full-time experience, or its equivalent, as a Registered Nurse in an acute care hospital, community mental health system, or correctional medical setting, two (2) years of which must have been as a Charge Nurse or in a similar supervisory capacity. One (1) year of the required experience must have been in the specialty area of the assigned program.
Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position?
Do you possess a current, valid, and unrestricted Registered Nurse license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing?
Do you possess a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association OR CPR certification issued by the American Red Cross (Healthcare Provider)?
Education: Please select all that apply:
How many years of experience do you have as a Registered Nurse in an acute care hospital, community mental health system, or correctional medical setting where at least two (2) years of which has been as a Charge Nurse or in a similar supervisory capacity; and where at least one (1) year of the required experience has been in the specialty area of the assigned program.
Which assignment area(s) are you interested in? Select ALL that apply:
Do you have knowledge of adult learning principles, effective teaching methods, and curriculum development?
Do you have knowledge of Centers of Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Condition of Participation, and Federal regulatory agencies?
Do you possess a current Crisis Prevention Institute Certification (CPI)?
How many years of experience do you have preparing clear and concise reports and correspondence, including staff evaluations and audits?
How many years of recent experience do you have in a Professional Development/Education department in an acute care hospital?
How many years of recent experience do you have working as a Charge Nurse or Nurse Manager in an acute care hospital?
How many years of experience do you have in staff development and coordinating a quality learning environment?
I certify that I meet the announced minimum requirements for this examination and understand that I will be eliminated at any stage in such examination if it develops that, in fact I do not meet them. I further certify that all statements made in this supplemental questionnaire and the application are true and I agree and understand that misstatements or omissions of material facts will cause forfeiture of my rights to employment with Contra Costa County.