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Nov 01, 2026

Unit Director, Pediatric Med/Surg, Transitional Care, Neuroscience unit

Pediatric Surgery

Job Description

10763

General Information

Job Name
Unit Director, Pediatric Med/Surg, Transitional Care, Neuroscience unit
Department
6290010 - ACUTE MED SURG PEDI
Position type
Full Time
Workplace
Fully On-Site
Primary Location
CA, United States
Job ID
10763

Description & Requirements

Job Description

The Unit Director designs and oversees nursing and administrative operations in the Children's Medical Surgical Unit, Children's Transitional Care Unit, and Children's Neuroscience Specialty Unit at Benioff Children's Hospital San Francisco. 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 Assistant Unit Directors, clinical nurses, and support staff.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Nursing - Registered Nurse in the State of California - Minimum of two years of experience as a supervisor/manager in an inpatient setting. - 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 communication 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 - CPN or other relevant certification - Leadership experience in a pediatric acute care academic setting. - Experience working in pediatric med/surg or transitional care.
License / Certification
Basic Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Supp, Registered Nurse
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
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 https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , 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 https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
EEO Statement
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.

Additional Details

Job Code
NURSE SVC MGR 2 (006506)
Assignment Category
Career
IAP Level
Tier B Plan (target potential payout of 7.5%, maximum of 10%)
Job Family
Nursing
Percentage (%)
100.00
Shift Length
8 hours
Shift Type
Day
Bargaining Unit
99
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