What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Nurse Manager - Pediatrics (NURSE SVC SUPV 2) position at UC Davis Health?
Job Summary
Assistant Nurse Managers are Registered Nurses who are responsible for the operations of the nursing unit over a specific time period. The Assistant Nurse Manager must have a strong foundation of clinical knowledge and skills on which to base judgements and make decisions, organizing abilities to direct nursing tasks and operations and interpersonal skills to facilitate communication and work of others. The Assistant Nurse Manager accepts the responsibility for and is accountable for his/her own nursing practice. The Assistant Nurse Manager also seeks out and pursues opportunities for learning and assumes responsibility for their own self development. Registered nurses must be knowledgeable and skilled in performing the Assistant Nurse Manager role. A registered nurse who assumes the role of Assistant Nurse Manage also assume the responsibility inherent to the role. Three fundamental responsibilities for Assistant Nurse Manager includes planning, coordinating, and evaluating unit nursing activities. In addition, the Assistant Nurse Manager identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations, directs and acts as resources to other members of the nursing team as assigned and promotes compliance and support for policies. The primary responsibility for this position consists of providing total, comprehensive, continuous patent centered care, which includes assessing, documenting, planning implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care, delivering direct patient ensuring patient satisfaction, training, and delegating duties, and adhering to university policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competency professional expertise and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with American Nurse’ Standard of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care.
Apply By Date: April 27th, 2026 at 11:59pm PST.
Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
Registered Nurses in the Patient Care Services, Nursing department at UC Davis Medical Center provide care to pediatric patients with a variety of medical and surgical needs. Patient conditions include a wide range of acute illnesses such as respiratory, trauma, surgical, orthopedic, inpatient rehabilitation, chronic diseases including renal failure, cardiology, gastrointestinal disease, neurological impairments, and hematology/oncology patients. The Pediatric Unit at UC Davis Children's Hospital consists of 36 acute care beds where children ages newborn through adolescents with a wide range of acute and chronic illness receive state of the art medical and nursing care. The philosophy of family-centered care is based upon the three key elements of respect, collaboration and support.
POSITION INFORMATION
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.
If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. 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 – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging
At UC Davis, we’re committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.
As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. 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.
To view the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere
To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks
Assistant Nurse Managers are Registered Nurses who are responsible for the operations of the nursing unit over a specific time period. The Assistant Nurse Manager must have a strong foundation of clinical knowledge and skills on which to base judgements and make decisions, organizing abilities to direct nursing tasks and operations and interpersonal skills to facilitate communication and work of others. The Assistant Nurse Manager accepts the responsibility for and is accountable for his/her own nursing practice. The Assistant Nurse Manager also seeks out and pursues opportunities for learning and assumes responsibility for their own self development. Registered nurses must be knowledgeable and skilled in performing the Assistant Nurse Manager role. A registered nurse who assumes the role of Assistant Nurse Manage also assume the responsibility inherent to the role. Three fundamental responsibilities for Assistant Nurse Manager includes planning, coordinating, and evaluating unit nursing activities. In addition, the Assistant Nurse Manager identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations, directs and acts as resources to other members of the nursing team as assigned and promotes compliance and support for policies. The primary responsibility for this position consists of providing total, comprehensive, continuous patent centered care, which includes assessing, documenting, planning implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care, delivering direct patient ensuring patient satisfaction, training, and delegating duties, and adhering to university policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competency professional expertise and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with American Nurse’ Standard of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care.
Apply By Date: April 27th, 2026 at 11:59pm PST.
Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
- Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
- American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Two (2) years of recent nursing experience in acute care setting
- One (1) year of recent pediatrics nursing experience
- Experience in training and mentoring staff
- Experience in managing priorities involved in a patient care unit
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately
- Knowledge of current trends in nursing
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence in patient care
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Ability to demonstrate accountability and professionalism
- Ability to adapt to change in a positive, professional and productive manner
- Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical) and physiological characteristics specific to the patients
- Pediatrics Advanced Life Support(PALS)
- Pediatric Nursing Certification (PED-BC) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) from the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB)
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
- Master's degree in Nursing, or equivalent experience/training.
- 60% - Nursing Process and Practice
- 25% - Leadership and Management
- 5% - Professional Development
- 5% - Quality
- 5% - Nursing Research
Registered Nurses in the Patient Care Services, Nursing department at UC Davis Medical Center provide care to pediatric patients with a variety of medical and surgical needs. Patient conditions include a wide range of acute illnesses such as respiratory, trauma, surgical, orthopedic, inpatient rehabilitation, chronic diseases including renal failure, cardiology, gastrointestinal disease, neurological impairments, and hematology/oncology patients. The Pediatric Unit at UC Davis Children's Hospital consists of 36 acute care beds where children ages newborn through adolescents with a wide range of acute and chronic illness receive state of the art medical and nursing care. The philosophy of family-centered care is based upon the three key elements of respect, collaboration and support.
POSITION INFORMATION
- Salary or Pay Range: $58.57 - $124.47
- Salary Frequency: Hourly
- Salary Grade: Grade 27
- UC Job Title: NURSE SVC SUPV 2
- UC Job Code: 006508
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Staff: Career
- Percentage of Time: 90%
- Shift (Work Schedule): 1845-0715
- Location: Main Hospital (HSP001)
- Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- This position is 100% on-site
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.
If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html
- High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
- UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
- 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 as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- 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. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
- Standing - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
- Walking - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
- Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
- Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
- Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
- Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
- Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. 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 – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, 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
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging
At UC Davis, we’re committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.
As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. 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.
To view the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere
To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks
Salary : $59 - $124