Pediatric Acute Care Director — Nursing Leadership

UCSF Health; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health seeks an experienced Patient Care Director to supervise Unit Directors and teams within Pediatric Acute Care & Support Services. This role collaborates with Nursing colleagues, Department Chairs, Medical Directors, and staff to oversee multiple pediatric departments including Hematology/Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplant, and inpatient services.

The Director fosters change management, leads with a shared governance model, and represents nursing on cross-functional committees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nursing required.
• Master's Degree in Nursing or relevant area.
• Registered Nurse in California with CPR certification.
• At least five years of nursing management and leadership experience in a large academic, complex health care organization.
• Knowledge of ANCC Magnet journey and process.
• Advanced knowledge of hospital operations in a multi-hospital setting and professional standards.
• Strong leadership and the ability to promote shared governance across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Unit Directors and teams within Pediatric Acute Care & Support Services.
• Promotes agile and flexible workforce through change management.
• Represents nursing on cross-functional committees; external presence in professional organizations.
• Develops short and long-term strategies that support the nursing workforce and patient care outcomes.
• Ensures quality nursing care aligns with internal policy and external regulations.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree in Nursing or relevant area

Job description

UCSF Health seeks an experienced Patient Care Director to supervise Unit Directors and teams within Pediatric Acute Care & Support Services. This role collaborates with Nursing colleagues, Department Chairs, Medical Directors, and staff to oversee multiple pediatric departments including Hematology/Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplant, and inpatient services.

The Director fosters change management, leads with a shared governance model, and represents nursing on cross-functional committees.