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Assistant Nurse Director, Intermediate Care
Ilocatum
Location : Temecula, CA, 92590
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $150,000 - $185,000 + Bonus
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
Temecula, CA
iLocatum
Temecula, CA
Assistant Nurse Director, Intermediate CareAssistant Nurse Director, Intermediate CareLocation:Temecula, CACompensation:$150,000 – $185,000 + Signing Bonus + Full Benefits + Paid RelocationSchedule:Full-Time / Days
MUST HAVES:
Current and unrestricted
- California Registered Nurse (RN) License
- Bachelor’s Degreein Nursing or related field
Minimum
- 2 years of recent experience in Med/Surg, Telemetry, or Intermediate Care
- BLS and ACLS Certifications(American Heart Association)
Strong leadership or supervisory experience (Charge Nurse or higher preferred)
Proven experience in quality improvement, patient safety, and regulatory compliance
Excellent communication, organization, and critical thinking skills
POSITION OVERVIEW
Join one of the nation’s most respected and progressive healthcare systems as theAssistant Nurse Director, Intermediate Care. In this key leadership role, you will support the operational and clinical excellence of the Medical-Surgical and Telemetry (Intermediate Care) units at a leading acute care hospital.
This facility is a recognized regional leader, home to advanced trauma care, high-volume surgical programs, and one of the area’s busiest emergency departments. The Assistant Nurse Director will serve as the bridge between strategic nursing leadership and daily clinical operations—ensuring superior patient outcomes, staff development, and regulatory excellence.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical and Quality Leadership
Provide clinical and operational oversight for Intermediate Care (Med/Surg and Telemetry) units.
Ensure consistent delivery of safe, high-quality, and compassionate patient care.
Maintain full compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC), CMS, and state regulatory standards.
Lead ongoing process improvement efforts to optimize patient outcomes and reduce readmissions.
Operational Management
Oversee staffing assignments, workflow efficiency, and patient throughput.
Support the Nursing Director in managing departmental budgets and resource utilization.
Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant documentation of all patient care activities.
Team Leadership and Development
Directly manage, mentor, and develop nursing and clinical support staff.
Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and professional excellence.
Facilitate education, skills validation, and continuing competency programs.
Conduct performance evaluations and foster an environment of trust and growth.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
The ideal candidate is an experienced, results-driven nursing professional with a strong clinical background inmedical-surgical or telemetry environments. They possess outstanding leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with a passion for patient-centered care and team development.
This is a prime opportunity to advance your career in a high-acuity setting that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Leadership role in a respected, high-performing acute care hospital
Competitive compensation with relocation and sign-on incentives
Opportunity to influence patient care standards and team culture
Supportive leadership and strong pathways for career advancement
If you’re an accomplished nursing leader ready to elevate your career and make a measurable impact on patient care and clinical operations, this is the role for you.
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Freqently Asked Questions
Success in this role hinges on strong clinical expertise in med/surg and telemetry, combined with leadership abilities like staff mentoring, quality improvement, and compliance management. Mastery of BLS and ACLS certifications also supports delivering high-quality patient care in intermediate care settings.
Assistant Nurse Directors in Intermediate Care balance hands-on clinical oversight with operational management. Unlike bedside roles, they drive process improvements, manage staffing workflows, and ensure regulatory adherence, acting as a critical link between nursing leadership and frontline staff.
Intermediate Care nurses often advance into leadership roles such as Assistant Nurse Director or Clinical Nurse Director, leveraging their clinical background and management experience. These positions offer opportunities to influence patient safety, guide teams, and shape nursing standards in acute care environments.
California facilities highly value current RN licensure alongside BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association. Additionally, ongoing professional development in quality improvement and regulatory compliance enhances leadership qualifications in Temecula's competitive healthcare market.
Temecula's growing healthcare sector shows increasing demand for experienced nursing leaders due to high patient volumes and complex care needs. While competition exists, candidates with strong leadership and med/surg experience are well-positioned to secure roles in this dynamic environment.
Ilocatum fosters career advancement by offering leadership opportunities within a respected acute care setting, emphasizing innovation and collaboration. The company promotes ongoing education and mentorship to enhance clinical and operational skills for nursing leaders.
At Ilocatum, the role emphasizes a blend of clinical excellence and strategic operational management within a high-volume, trauma-capable hospital. Unique benefits include competitive compensation, sign-on bonuses, and a culture that prioritizes patient outcomes and staff development.
Salary ranges typically fall between $150,000 and $185,000 annually, often supplemented with signing bonuses and comprehensive benefits. This reflects the specialized skills and leadership demands of nursing directors in Temecula's acute care hospitals.
They lead initiatives that streamline clinical protocols, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster continuous staff training. By supervising care delivery and spearheading quality improvement projects, these leaders directly impact patient outcomes and reduce readmission rates.
Hands-on experience in telemetry and med/surg units is vital, providing a deep understanding of patient complexities and operational workflows. This expertise equips nurse leaders to effectively manage clinical teams and uphold high standards of care in intermediate care environments.
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