Nursing Manager Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

A Nursing Manager is a critical healthcare professional who oversees the operations of a specific department or unit within a healthcare facility, such as a hospital or nursing home. They handle staffing, budgeting, patient care standards, performance evaluations, and policy development and implementation. A Nursing Manager ensures the quality of patient care, promotes staff development, and adheres to regulatory and compliance rules. They must be proficient in communication, leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, and critical thinking. They should also demonstrate expertise in clinical skills relevant to their unit.

To become a Nursing Manager, one typically needs a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), along with relevant certifications like the Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML) or the Nurse Executive-Board Certified (NE-BC) credential. Prior to becoming a Nursing Manager, an individual might serve in roles such as a Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse, or Clinical Nurse Specialist. These roles provide the necessary clinical experience and leadership skills required for the complex responsibilities a Nursing Manager undertakes.

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A stronger bond with patients A stronger impact on recovery Pay range for FT LVN is $25.00 to $34.00 an hour. PRN rate is $32.00 FT Nights and Day and shifts are available, as well as PRN BE THE...

Case Management RN

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Description: As a Case Management RN, you'll develop, implement, and evaluate individual patient care plans. You'll work with patients one-on-one to manage their care appropriately and affordably....

Acute RN Supervisor (On Call) - Mental Health 626

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago

"They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I'd be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live..." - Client from Telecare What You Will...

A stronger bond with patients A stronger impact on recovery Pay range for FT LVN is $25.00 to $34.00 an hour. PRN rate is $32.00 FT Nights and Day and shifts are available, as well as PRN BE THE...

Supervisor RN, Outpatient Surgery, Full-Time, Days

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 13 days ago

Central to all that California has to offer, Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world-class physicians, top-notch medical technology, caring professionals and...

RN Supervisor Full-Time

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 14 days ago

Communicate regularly with residents and their family about Plans of Care, PT, OT and other treatment protocols. Attends and participates in morning meetings/stand up to facilitate communications...

Clinical Supervisor

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 19 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Bristol Hospice Bakersfield - Bakersfield, CA Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $105,000.00 - $120,000.00 Salary Job Shift : Any Description Our Clinical...

RN Unit Manager

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 21 days ago

Overview Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can...

RN Case Manager

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 23 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 23 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Bristol Hospice Bakersfield - Bakersfield, CA Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $45.00 - $51.00 Hourly Job Shift : Day Description Are you an RN who enjoys...

RN - Registered Nurse - Case Manager

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 23 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 23 days ago

Client in CA seeking Registered Nurse: Case Manager for the following shift(s): Days We are looking for a healthcare professional who is ready to provide exceptional patient care in this...

Nurse Care Manager

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 24 days ago

Company Overview: Upward Health is an in-home, multidisciplinary medical group providing 24/7 whole-person care. Our clinical team treats physical, behavioral, and social health needs when and...

RN Supervisor

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 27 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 27 days ago

Overview Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Looking to change lives and grow within a leadership role? Our Brookdale Riverwalk is looking...

RN Manager, Clinical Educator Care Management

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Overview The purpose of Dignity Health Management Services Organization (Dignity Health MSO) is to build a system-wide integrated physician-centric full-service management service organization...

LVN/RN Nurse Case Manager - Managed Care

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago

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Delegation Management Nurse

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago

of Science in Nursing (BSN)- Certified Healthcare Privacy Compliance (CHPC)...

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Salary for Nursing Manager Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

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Highest Education Level

Nursing Managers in Bakersfield, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.3%
Associate's Degree
22.0%
Master's Degree
19.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.9%
High School or GED
8.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Nursing Managers in Bakersfield, CA
2-4 years
34.6%
4-6 years
34.6%
1-2 years
23.1%
6-8 years
3.8%
Less than 1 year
3.8%


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