Nursing Manager Jobs in Oakland, 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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LVN Supervisor - Cancer Center Services

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Under supervision of a nurse leader, guided by policies and procedures of the Ambulatory Services, and in collaboration with the Clinical Nursing Staff, the LVN Supervisor works independently and...

RN - CMC Case Manager - Per Diem - 8 Hour - Days

  • Concord, CA (16 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Concord, CA (16 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Job Description: The role of the inpatient case manager is one of patient advocate of appropriate utilization of resources. The inpatient case manager applies the process of assessment, planning,...

Nurse Coordinator - Advanced Heart Failure

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

The Nurse Coordinator for the Heart Failure Disease Management portion of the Advanced Heart Failure comprehensive Care Center (AHF CCC) coordinates care for our patients being evaluated for...

Assistant Nurse Manager - Cath Lab

  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered. Day - 08 Hour...

Telephonic Nurse Case Manager I

  • Walnut Creek, CA (10 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (10 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Telephonic Nurse Case Manager I Location: This is a virtual position. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of an Elevance Health Pulse Point location. Work schedule: Monday - Friday 9:30am -...

Nurse Manager Home Telehealth Connected Care

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 1 year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I, Level 1 ;OR a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional professional nursing experience...

Travel Registered Nurse Case Manager - 880226

  • San Leandro, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Leandro, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Registered Nurse Case Manager Location: SAN LEANDRO,CA Start Date: 04/21/2025 Shift: 5x8 Days Setting: Please contact for Setting details Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on...

Clinical Education Nurse Manager

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 1 year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I, Level 1 ; OR a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional professional nursing experience...

Nurse Coordinator - Transplant Post Heart

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The Acute Care Nurse Coordinator for the Advanced Heart Failure Comprehensive Care Center (AHF CCC) will function in numerous roles: 1) The nurse coordinator will work closely with the AHF...

Assistant Nurse Manager - Med Surg

  • San Rafael, CA (20 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Rafael, CA (20 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service and utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Responsibilities: Manages the units day to day...

Clinic RN Supervisor

  • El Sobrante, CA (13 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • El Sobrante, CA (13 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The Position: Under the supervision of the Center Director, the Clinic Supervisor is responsible for the overall planning, management, implementation and coordination of the nursing care services...

Nurse Coordinator (RN), Radiation Therapy - Palo Alto

  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

1.0 FTE Full time Day - 10 Hour R2546806 Hybrid 107640001 Rad Therapy Blake Wilbur Nursing PALO ALTO, 875 Blake Wilbur Dr, California If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and...

Nurse Coordinator (RN) Stroke Neuro PT Days

  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago

If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered. Day - 08 Hour...

Assistant Nurse Manager - OR

  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary: Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service and utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Responsibilities: Manages the units day...

Shift/Charge Nurse - LVN/LPN

  • Lafayette, CA (9 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lafayette, CA (9 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Overview We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a...

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Salary for Nursing Manager Jobs in Oakland, CA

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Highest Education Level

Nursing Managers in Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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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