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Nurse Shift Manager
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Bakersfield, CA, 93301
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 44.63-70.24 HOUR
Date Posted : 7 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
The Nurse Shift Manager (NSM) is a Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for overseeing patient care and administrative activities in their respective department(s)/unit(s).
- The Nurse Shift Manager (NSM) will continually evaluate quality and effectiveness of patient care practices and care delivery.
- Medical/clinical knowledge, technical skills, clinical judgment, interpersonal skills and communication skills as indicated in the current Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for Hospitals (CAMH) are essential components of nursing management.
- Promotes staffing compliance and insures safe staffing assignments.
- Monitors staffing to achieve productivity and budget standards.
- The NSM performs within the scope and standards of practice set for the by the American Nurses Association and any professional organizations specific to specialty to guide practice and standards within the work place.
- The NSM with the ability to hire, coach, counsel, evaluate, discipline and terminate others.
- The NSM has the responsibility and authority to assign work, duties and responsibilities, to direct staff, and exercise independent judgment.
Minimum
- RN license in CA
- BLS & ACLS from the American Heart Association
- National Institutes of Health Stoke Scale (NIHSS)
- Three years acute hospital clinical experience as a Registered Nurse (RN)
- At least one year (within 5 years) experience as charge nurse, relief charge nurse, or nursing managment is required.
- Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.
Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy Hospitals have a history of caring for our community that goes back more than 100 years. We provide a broad range of medical and surgical services including minimally invasive and outpatient options. Our family of services includes the area's only inpatient oncology unit, the Orthopedic, Spine, and Hand Center, Family Birth Center, the Lactation Support Center and retail store, and many others.
Mercy Hospital Downtown is a 194-bed facility located in downtown Bakersfield. Mercy Hospital Southwest is a 78-bed facility and the only hospital located in the rapidly growing area west of Highway 99. Mercy Hospital is a member of Dignity Health and is a trusted community partner, serving residents of Bakersfield and Kern County with quality, compassionate care since 1910. Learn more here at https://www.dignityhealth.org/central-california/locations/mercy-bakersfield.
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Frequently asked questions
The Nurse Shift Manager role in Bakersfield offers a strategic leadership pathway, blending clinical expertise with administrative oversight. This position opens doors to advanced nursing leadership roles, especially within community-focused hospitals, emphasizing operational efficiency and patient care quality in a growing healthcare market.
A Nurse Shift requires strong decision-making, staff coordination, and clinical judgment under pressure. Unlike bedside nursing, it involves managing unit workflows, ensuring safe staffing, and enforcing healthcare standards, making it a pivotal role in maintaining care quality during shifts.
While both roles involve leadership, a Nurse Shift Manager typically has direct authority over shift operations, including staff assignments and patient care oversight. Assistant Nurse Managers often support broader managerial tasks but may not hold the same autonomous decision-making power during shifts.
Managing shifts at Catholic Health Initiatives involves balancing strict adherence to American Heart Association certifications with delivering compassionate care in a community-oriented setting. The role demands adaptability to local patient needs while upholding high clinical and operational standards.
The organization provides internal resources for mandatory quarterly American Heart Association resuscitation quality improvement certifications, ensuring Nurse Shift Managers remain compliant without relying on external providers, reflecting a commitment to continual professional development.
Nurse Shift Managers in Bakersfield typically earn between $90,000 and $110,000 annually, reflecting local cost of living and healthcare demand. This range aligns competitively with similar California markets, rewarding clinical leadership and administrative expertise.
Possessing a California RN license combined with certifications like BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale is crucial. Experience within Bakersfield’s acute hospital settings boosts relevance, given the community's unique healthcare demands and compliance standards.
Bakersfield’s expanding medical facilities and population growth have increased demand for skilled Nurse Shift Managers. Competition remains moderate, with preference for candidates demonstrating both clinical expertise and proven leadership in acute care environments.
At Mercy Hospital downtown, Nurse Shifts integrate managing patient care quality with staffing compliance in a historic, community-driven facility. The role demands balancing operational productivity with personalized care in a 194-bed hospital setting.
Rooted in a century-old tradition of compassionate service, Catholic Health Initiatives encourages Nurse Shift Managers to blend clinical excellence with empathetic leadership, fostering a culture where patient dignity and community health are paramount.