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Unit Director, Pediatric Cardiac ICU and Transitional Care Unit
Unit Director, Pediatric Cardiac ICU and Transitional Care UnitUniversity of California - San Francisco Campus and Health • San Francisco, CA, United States
Unit Director, Pediatric Cardiac ICU and Transitional Care Unit

Unit Director, Pediatric Cardiac ICU and Transitional Care Unit

University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health • San Francisco, CA, United States
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Unit Director, Pediatric Cardiac ICU and Transitional Care Unit

Pediatric Transitional Care Unit

Full Time

85682BR

Job Summary

Join the nurse management team at one of the nation's top children's hospitals. UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital seeks a dynamic Unit Director for our Pediatric Cardiac Transitional Care Unit (CTCU) and Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (PCICU). This role oversees all nursing and administrative operations for these specialized inpatient units, ensuring the highest standards of care for young patients.

The Unit Director is accountable for the overall administrative planning and coordination of staffing, fiscal, and material resources. In collaboration with the Director of Pediatric Critical Care Services, the Unit Director will develop and implement processes to ensure quality patient care practices. This role also serves as a model for nursing practice and utilizes nursing and leadership theories to guide practice and clinical quality, promoting collaborative decision-making and shared governance.

The Unit Director will represent nursing units on interdisciplinary committees, addressing patient satisfaction, quality improvement, workflow efficiencies, and clinical information systems. As a people leader, the Unit Director will mentor nurse leaders (Assistant Unit Directors) and approve leadership development plans.

Join us in leading exceptional pediatric care and fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $262,044 - $278,059 (Annual Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit : https : / / ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu / compensation-and-benefits / index.html

Department Description

The UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital, Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (PCICU) is an 18-bed tertiary and quaternary cardiac surgical intensive care unit that cares for critically ill neonates through adults with congenital heart defects. The Pediatric Transitional Care Unit (CTCU) is a 12-bed unit specializing in the care of acutely ill neonates through adults with congenital heart defects. PCICU and CTCU patients arrive through our in-house, nurse-managed Transport Team and Access Center for care that can only be provided at UCSF Medical Center or direct referrals for specialized surgical care. These patients receive care for a variety of life-threatening medical and surgical conditions. Nurses and nursing leaders are are an integral part of the interdisciplinary team on these units and learn and employ the skills necessary to maintain vital functions for these fragile children, while supporting their families through difficult times.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Nursing
  • Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in a related clinical area (pediatric, cardiac, transitional, OR intensive care)
  • Minimum of three (3) years of progressive leadership (supervisory / management) in an inpatient nursing unit
  • Registered Nurse in the State of California
  • American Heart Association CPR for health care providers CPR
  • American Heart Association PALS
  • Strong hospital management experience, with progressive and in-depth expertise in patient care services. Knowledge of hospital / clinic operations in a hospital or medical center setting; knowledge of appropriate professional standards for the department and team
  • Excellent communications and interpersonal skills to foster and promote an environment for effective communication and collaborative decision making across multiple units and disciplines
  • Excellent leadership, fiscal and operations management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, management and staff from all disciplines. Ability to create and maintain a goal-oriented climate of teamwork, collaboration and consistent achievement of objectives
  • Strong knowledge of relevant healthcare information technology and patient care workflows and processes
  • Strong knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements, as well as related legislative, accreditation, licensing and compliance environments

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Nursing or relevant area
  • CCRN
  • Leadership Certification
  • License / Certification

  • Registered Nurse in the State of California
  • American Heart Association CPR for health care providers CPR
  • American Heart Association PALS
  • About UCSF

    At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

    Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

    Pride Values

    UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

    In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

    Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

    Organization

    Health

    Job Code and Payroll Title

    006506 NURSE SVC MGR 2

    Job Category

    Nursing - Pediatric Critical Care, Supervisory / Management

    Bargaining Unit

    99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

    Employee Class

    Career

    Percentage

    100%

    Location

    San Francisco, CA

    Campus

    Mission Bay (SF)

    Work Style

    Fully On-Site

    Shift

    Days

    Shift Length

    8 Hours

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