Unit Director - OR, Pre-op and PACU

University of California San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California San Francisco is seeking a Director to oversee the Operating Room and PACU at St. Francis Hospital. This role requires extensive experience in perioperative care and management, emphasizing quality patient care and effective leadership across multiple disciplines. The position offers competitive compensation within a dynamic healthcare environment committed to excellence in surgical services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience with perioperative patient care and clinical standards.
• CA RN License and CNOR Certification required.
• Recent administrative experience in an Operating Room environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Operating Room and PACU, managing clinical patient care.
• Establish systems to protect organizational assets and manage resources.
• Ensure quality perioperative patient care and compliance with standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master's Degree

Job description

The Director Oversees the Operating Room, PACU and Pre-op, and manages a highly specialized technical function / team. Has significant responsibility to achieve broadly stated goals through subordinate managers. Determines objectives, directs programs, develops strategies and policies, manages human, financial, and physical resources, and functions with a high degree of autonomy. Proactively assesses risk to establish systems and procedures to protect organizational assets. Determines strategies for a program with organization-wide impact.

Functional areas of oversight include: St. Francis Hospital Operating Room, Pre-op and PACU. Ensures the quality of Perioperative patient care in the Operating Room and serves as a role model for professional nursing practice. Manages staff involved in providing clinical patient care, serves as a role model for professional nursing practice. Responsible for administration and management of personnel, fiscal, and material resources on a 24-hour basis.

Designs and oversees nursing and administrative operations in large and/or multiple patient care areas. Accountable for the overall administrative planning and coordination of the staffing, fiscal and material resources. Assists with the development and implementation of new programs and policies. Direct reports are typically supervisors and clinical staff.

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.

The estimated salary range for this position is $250,000- $300,000 (Annual Rate).

At UCSF St. Francis Hospital, our Operating Room and Surgical Services department embodies excellence in surgical care, providing patients with state-of-the-art facilities and a dedicated team of highly skilled professionals. We are committed to delivering the highest standards of safety, precision, and compassionate care throughout the entire surgical process.

Saint Francis Hospital Operating Room consists of nine surgical suites and a burn unit OR. The SFH performs general, orthopedic, robotic, and gender affirmation procedures in the main OR and burn procedures in the burn unit OR.

Expert Team

Our surgical team comprises board-certified surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and support staff who are leaders in their respective fields. They bring a wealth of experience and specialized knowledge to every procedure, ensuring optimal outcomes for our patients. Our team works collaboratively, emphasizing clear communication and meticulous planning to provide seamless, coordinated care.

Patient-Centered Care

At UCSF St. Francis Hospital, patient safety and comfort are our top priorities. We strive to create a supportive environment where patients feel informed and cared for throughout their surgical journey. From preoperative consultations to postoperative recovery, our team provides personalized care tailored to meet each patient’s unique needs.

Quality and Safety

We adhere to stringent quality and safety protocols, continuously monitoring and improving our practices to maintain the highest standards of care. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our outcomes, with consistently high patient satisfaction rates and successful surgical results.

Community Engagement

UCSF St. Francis Hospital is dedicated to serving our community. We offer educational seminars, wellness programs, and preventive care initiatives aimed at promoting health and well-being. Our outreach efforts ensure that we remain an integral part of the community we serve.

The Surgical Services Department combines advanced technology, expert care, and a patient-centered approach to deliver exceptional surgical outcomes. Our ongoing commitment to innovation, education, and community engagement underscores our role as a leader in surgical services.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or higher level degree of nursing education required.
• CA RN License required
• CNOR and BLS required.
• Minimum 5years’ experience with perioperative operating room patient care clinical standards and care delivery, systems, external regulations, and internal policies
• Recent administrative experience in an Operating Room environment; for example, previous experience as an Assistant Unit Director or Manager
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to quickly analyze problems, determine appropriate level of intervention, and develop and apply effective solutions
• 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

Masters Degree

License/Certification

CA RN License
CNOR Certification
BLS Certification

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.

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

Executive, Nursing - Perioperative, Professional and Managerial

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)