Oncology Nursing Executive Leader

UC San Diego Health

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 250,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

UC San Diego Health invites an exceptional nursing leader to serve as Senior Director of Nursing, Oncology. This executive role directs nursing practice and operations across outpatient oncology services, infusion, and radiation oncology, driving clinical excellence and patient safety.

You will lead a large, distributed team, partnering with physicians, APPs, and administrators to advance care quality and workforce effectiveness.

Qualifications

BSN and 8+ years of progressively responsible nursing leadership experience.
Experience leading in a large ambulatory oncology/academic health system.
Licensed RN in California or ability to obtain licensure before appointment.

Responsibilities

Provide executive leadership for nursing practice and patient care across UC San Diego Oncology.
Lead a comprehensive nursing strategy aligned with Oncology priorities and Health System goals.
Oversee workforce planning, staffing, and financial stewardship for nursing services.
Ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to quality and professional practice standards.
Collaborate with physicians and administrative leaders in dyad/triad leadership models to advance clinical quality, access, and patient experience.