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UC Davis Clinical and Translational Science Center

Nurse Manager - E3

UC Davis Clinical and Translational Science Center, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828

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The Nurse Manager is responsible for the daily 24‑hour planning, organizing, directing, and controlling of the daily operations and clinical practice of assigned patient care areas, in order to provide quality, individualized patient care and support of Medical Center philosophies.

The Nurse Manager will lead staff to model a professional practice environment by: providing a clinically competent staff; encouraging strong interdisciplinary team collaboration and communication; supporting autonomy and accountability; providing staff opportunities for in‑service and formal education; stressing the importance of continuous learning; and supporting a culture where concern for the patient is paramount.

The Nurse Manager assumes fiscal responsibility through preparation of unit budgets, supports research, participates in both long and short term strategic planning, and assures patient advocacy. The Nurse Manager is accountable to the Vice President & ACNE, Patient Care Services.

Key Responsibilities

50% – Leadership and Management

5% – Professional Development

40% – Quality

5% – Nursing Research

Department Overview The East 3 is a 30‑bed adult med/surg unit. Patients are a combination admission of medical and surgical care that include telemetry. The unit has support of medical leadership through a dyad partnership with a hospitalist.

Position Information

Salary: $157,700 – $338,900 annually

Salary Grade: 29

Appointment Type: Staff: Career

Location: Main Hospital (HSP001)

Shift: 8 hour

Union Representation: No

Benefits Eligible: Yes

This position is 100% on‑site

Benefits

High quality and low‑cost medical plans

UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums

Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave

Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program

Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth

WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources

On‑site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services

Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles

Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans

Physical Demands

Standing – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Walking – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Sitting – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Lifting/Carrying 0‑25 Lbs – Occasional up to 3 Hours

Pushing/Pulling 0‑25 Lbs – Occasional up to 3 Hours

Bending/Stooping – Occasional up to 3 Hours

Squatting/Kneeling – Occasional up to 3 Hours

Twisting – Occasional up to 3 Hours

Reaching overhead – Occasional up to 3 Hours

Keyboard use/repetitive motion – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

Sustained attention and concentration – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Complex problem solving/reasoning – Occasional up to 3 Hours

Ability to organize & prioritize – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Communication skills – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Numerical skills – Occasional up to 3 Hours

Constant Interaction – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Customer/Patient Contact – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Multiple Concurrent Tasks – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e‑cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements

This is a critical position, and employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment.

This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

A valid California Registered Nurse License

American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), and a Master’s degree in nursing or other related field. Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree (in a field other than nursing) paired with a Master of Science degree in Nursing is accepted.

Minimum of 2 years of nursing management experience

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Meets specialty specific clinical competencies for assigned area

Working knowledge of applicable Standards of Practice

Knowledgeable and proficient in the use of health care technology within specialty area

Demonstrates a commitment to customer service and an ability to meet the needs and expectations of patients and health care colleagues

Full command (verbal and written) of the English language

Maintains flexible scheduling as required by workload and departmental needs

Apply By Date December 9th, 2025 at 11:59pm PST.

Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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