Supervisor, CNA Float Pool - 140179

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California San Diego is looking for a Patient Support Services Supervisor to oversee the CNA Float Pool's administrative operations. This pivotal role involves budgeting, evaluating department performance, and contributing to strategic planning across multiple departments.

Qualified candidates will have extensive healthcare experience, active CNA license, and leadership skills. The position offers a dynamic work schedule across various sites and the opportunity to lead supportive healthcare initiatives.

Qualifications

• Seven years of relevant healthcare experience including three years of CNA experience in an acute care hospital setting.
• Active California CNA license.
• BART or BLS certification at the time of hire with commitment to obtain BART certification within six months.

Responsibilities

• Manage the administrative operations of multiple patient support services departments.
• Develop and monitor department budgets, evaluate productivity and personnel performance.
• Contribute to strategic planning for patient support services.

Skills

Healthcare experience

CNA experience

Leadership skills

Knowledge of patient care activities

Critical thinking skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Tableau

Job description

Payroll Title: PAT SUPP SVC SUPV 1

Department: NURSING ADMINISTRATION

Hiring Pay Scale: $75,000 - $95,000 / Year

Worksite: Various

Appointment Type: Career

Appointment Percent: 100%

Union: Uncovered

Total Openings: 3

Work Schedule: Variable, 8-Hour Shifts, Sunday-Saturday

#140179 Supervisor, CNA Float Pool

Filing Deadline: Mon 7/6/2026

DESCRIPTION

The Patient Support Services Supervisor supports the CNA Float Pool by managing the administrative operations of multiple patient support services departments for the Medical Center. Administrative oversight includes developing objectives and policies, developing and monitoring department budgets, evaluating department productivity and personnel performance, and evaluating requests for new or additional services for departments under direction. Activities also include contributing to strategic planning and directing all activities of patient support services departments through subordinate staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Seven (7) years of relevant healthcare experience including at least three (3) years of CNA experience in an acute care hospital setting; OR a Bachelor's degree in related field plus three (3) years of relevant healthcare experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Active California CNA license.
• BART or BLS certification at the time of hire, with a commitment to obtain BART certification within six months of the hire date.
• Ability to supervise administrative and/or para-technical team. Ability to motivate and inspire staff.
• Strong knowledge of applicable patient care support activities and systems.
• Knowledge of internal policies, relevant federal and state laws and regulations. Ability to apply knowledge to identify compliance risks.
• Working knowledge of human resources activities including the ability to monitor, evaluate, and document employee performance.
• Ability to employ critical thinking to analyze issues, develop recommendations, and resolve problems.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of organization.
• Working knowledge of business software, EHR systems and relevant specialized clinical applications. Ability to produce reports.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Training and/or de-escalation training and experience.
• Exposure to or knowledge of Virtual Monitoring Technology (VMT) or e-sitter systems.
• Leadership experience, such as scheduling, timekeeping, or serving as a preceptor or mentor to peers.
• Experience working in a unionized environment with the ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures.
• EPIC, UCSD Paging & Scheduling Systems.
• Proficient with using Microsoft Office and Tableau.
• Bilingual: Spanish/English.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $71,600 - $127,400 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $34.29 - $61.02

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life‑support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessment; online‑only certification is not acceptable.

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.

For the University of California’s Anti‑Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace