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Ambulatory Care Supervisor RN, Urgent Care (Downey)

Downey, California

Our nurse leaders maintain a strong commitment to the highest standards of professional nursing practice and to sustain a culture of excellence. You will encourage your teams to use evidence-based practice to deliver high-quality patient care, contribute to research, and spread innovation beyond Kaiser Permanente. Backed by the resources of one of the nation’s largest health care providers, you’ll motivate and inspire your team to achieve goals, value individual contributions, and celebrate accomplishments in meaningful ways while realizing your own potential as a leader.

  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Job Level: Team Leader/Supervisor
  • Travel: No

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  • Adaptable
  • Collaborative
  • Compassionate
  • Leadership
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  • Results-Oriented

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  • Retirement Plans

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  • Tuition Reimbursement

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Ghada, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, CENP

SCAL Regional Director
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So proud to be a Kaiser Permanente nurse leader. Despite all the challenges we experienced with the pandemic, we remained true to our mission to provide safe, quality care to our patients and members, and continue to encourage our employees to grow and develop professionally. I have completed my Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing and lead with an exceptional team. There are boundless opportunities here.

Gertrude, RN, BSN, MSA

Administrative Service Director
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Kaiser Permanente has a mission of providing affordable health care not just for our members, but also the community — which is a passion of mine. I consider myself very fortunate to work for an organization that values their employees. As a nurse leader, I LOVE what I do! We provide endless possibilities for growth and professional development.

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Kaiser Permanente provides its nurse leaders with opportunities to innovate and thrive in an evidence-based practice that’s advancing the science of nursing and embracing a culture of excellence.

Philidah, MSN, RN

Sr. Director of Nursing

It’s a privilege to work for Kaiser Permanente. They support nurses through a variety of learning opportunities, from self-paced learning to leadership courses and stretch assignments. It enables equitable opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

Mervin

Assistant Medical Center Administrator

I’m incredibly grateful for the support I received from Kaiser Permanente. I would not be where I am right now without the mentoring from outstanding leaders, the strong relationships I built with my team, and the partnership with other departments.

Melissa

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I’m in my first position here, but I’ve already had the opportunity to be part of the Magnet Journey, quality and safety committees, and co-chair Professional Nursing Excellence Council. Kaiser Permanente continues to help me grow through leadership training programs like Activate and stretch assignments.

Aletha

Department Manager

Kaiser Permanente has many resources and tools to help us grow professionally. We have courses and financial aid for individuals who choose to advance.I love being a leader because I love to encourage, inspire, and develop my team. I also embrace challenges and enjoy collaborating in projects that positively impact our members.

Adriana

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Kaiser Permanente allows me to focus on preventive health care, which contrasts with my acute care background. I appreciate the preventive care services that we offer our members and the different forms of communication based on personal preference.

Ambulatory Care Supervisor RN, Urgent Care (Downey)

Primary Location Downey, California Worker Location Onsite Facility Orchard Medical Offices Building D Job Number 1318231 Date posted 11/07/2024
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Description:
Job Summary:

During one 8 hour shift, provides first-line operational supervision for assigned functional area of responsibility (e.g., MOB primary or specialty care department, urgent care, day/evening/night shift in emergency medicine department).  Ensures that healthcare staff delivering ambulatory care/patient services provide high quality, accessible, cost effective care and patient - focused services to members that comply with Kaiser Permanente standards as well as with local, state and federal requirements. Within assigned area:  implements, supervises/monitors and maintains clinical practice and quality management standards, budgets and staff competencies/development.



Essential Responsibilities:


  • In assigned area/function, supervises the operations and delivery of patient care services.

  • Ensures staff provide highest quality of care which complies with the Nurse Practice Act, TJC, federal/state/local requirements.

  • Establishes and maintains effective, collaborative relationships with physicians and other departments.

  • Collaborates with nursing and other departments to resolve patient care issues, meet access demands, provide convenient hours of operation, improve the cost structure and develop consistent policies and procedures.

  • Supervises and maintains patient care and quality service standards to meet members and internal clients expectations.

  • Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues.

  • Recommends and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care.

  • Assists in developing and monitoring budgets and resource allocations and financial performance and identifies and recommends strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service.

  • Supervises use and maintenance of equipment, supplies and medications.

  • Assists managers/assistant managers in developing and maintaining the competency of all department staff.

  • Supervises and monitors the implementation of departmental polices and procedures which support the goals and business objectives of the department and organization.

  • Collaborates with physicians, department chief and nursing manager in developing the appropriate level of patient services and the day-to-day operations of the department.

  • Measuring and improving internal and external customer satisfaction.

  • Assists in managing and resolving human resource, labor relations, employee and department safety, and risk management issues.


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Basic Qualifications:

Experience


  • Minimum one (1) years of clinical nursing experience in outpatient care required or other relevant clinical experience required



  • AND



  • Minimum one (1) years of supervisory or leadership experience required.


Education


  • Bachelor's degree in nursing or health care related field such as management OR four (4) years of experience in a directly related field.

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

  • High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.


License, Certification, Registration


  • Registered Nurse License (California)



  • Basic Life Support


Additional Requirements:


  • Demonstrated knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, TJC, and other local, state, federal regulations.

  • Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.


Preferred Qualifications:


  • Clinical specialization in area of practice (e.g., pediatrics) preferred.

  • Urgent Care/Emergency Services leadership or supervisory experience preferred.


Notes:


  • Four (4) ten (10) hour days.

  • Will work variable shifts Monday - Sunday. 

  • Alternating weekends and holidays required. 

Primary Location: California,Downey,Orchard Medical Offices Building D Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Variable Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun Working Hours Start: 12:01 AM Working Hours End: 11:59 PM Job Schedule: Full-time Job Type: Standard Worker Location: Onsite Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: NUE-SCAL-01|NUE|Non Union Employee Job Level: Team Leader/Supervisor Department: Orchard MOB #A - Urgent Care-Day - 0806 Pay Range: $139600 - $180620 / year Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location. Travel: No On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital). Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

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  • Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and others in accordance with the Principles of Responsibility, adheres to organizational policies and guidelines; supports compliance initiatives; maintains confidences; admits mistakes; conducts business with honesty, shows consistency in words and actions; follows through on commitments.

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