What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Manager - Emergency Department - Full Time 8 Hour Day Shift (Fixed Term)(Exempt)(Non Union) position at Keck Medicine of USC?
The Nurse Manager is a proven leader in both clinical and operational areas with an emphasis on the operational environment. This individual supports the Chief Nursing Officer and department manager and director in providing, oversight and delivery of safe, high quality patient care; development of staff team; quality improvement and growth of unit services; leadership in organizational planning and collaboration; management of efficient services with meaningful and valuable outcomes. Practices in compliance with regulatory requirements including CMS Conditions of Participation, Title 22, CDPH regulations, DNV-GL/NIAHO standards, etc.
Minimum Education
Graduation from Registered Nurse Program
BSN required
Master’s preferred
Completion of unit supervisor or management training program preferred
Minimum Experience/Knowledge
3 years of clinical experience in Acute Setting preferred
1 year(s) Unit Supervisor or Charge Nurse experience preferred
Required License/Certification
California Registered Nurse License
Certification in clinical specialty or management desired
All certifications must be active effective date of hire/transfer unless otherwise indicated.
As part of Keck Medicine of USC, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is the only community hospital in the Foothills area of Los Angeles backed by an academic medical center. With its 40-year legacy of personalized care from expert physicians, experienced nurses and a dedicated staff the community has come to know and trust, USC–VHH brings patients the latest medical advancements and 24/7 emergency services. Join this world-class team providing highly-specialized care, up-to-the-minute research and innovative clinical trials.
The salary range for this position is $145,000 to $192,000. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
Job ID REQ20171324 Posted Date 01/23/2026
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Minimum Education
Graduation from Registered Nurse Program
BSN required
Master’s preferred
Completion of unit supervisor or management training program preferred
Minimum Experience/Knowledge
3 years of clinical experience in Acute Setting preferred
1 year(s) Unit Supervisor or Charge Nurse experience preferred
Required License/Certification
California Registered Nurse License
Certification in clinical specialty or management desired
- ED: BLS, ACLS, PALS, AB508 (within 30 days of hire), NIHSS (within 30 days of hire), NRP (within 6 months of hire), ENPC (within 12 months of hire),
All certifications must be active effective date of hire/transfer unless otherwise indicated.
As part of Keck Medicine of USC, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is the only community hospital in the Foothills area of Los Angeles backed by an academic medical center. With its 40-year legacy of personalized care from expert physicians, experienced nurses and a dedicated staff the community has come to know and trust, USC–VHH brings patients the latest medical advancements and 24/7 emergency services. Join this world-class team providing highly-specialized care, up-to-the-minute research and innovative clinical trials.
The salary range for this position is $145,000 to $192,000. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
Job ID REQ20171324 Posted Date 01/23/2026
Apply
Current employees apply here
Salary : $145,000 - $192,000