Unit Director, Neuroscience ICU
Neurological Intensive Care Unit Job Summary The Unit Director supervises two critical care areas; the 8ICU Neurosciences Intensive Care Unit, which is 8 beds, and 11NICU Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit which is 16 beds with an annual budget of $20 million and 105FTE. The unit are managed as one staff with the same patient populations served. UCSF is designated a Comprehensive Stroke Center, and the Unit Director would have direct and indirect responsibilities to ensure the high level of care and regulatory compliance to maintain this designation. 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 multiple high-level quality and safety improvement initiatives and policies update.
Involved in ensuring optimal patient outcomes through effective leadership and / or provision of patient care delivery in assigned nursing unit(s) or area(s). Promotes environment for a shared voice in nursing practice and exchange of ideas to continually improve nursing and patient care outcomes. Accountable for the quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness of patient care. Consults and collaborates with other health care professionals to coordinate the management of patient care. Serves as a resource to staff, physicians, students, and others. To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (ucop.edu) Please note: The compensation ranges listed online for roles not covered by a bargaining unit agreement are very wide, however a job offer will typically fall in the range of 80% - 120% of the established mid-point. An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role. For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Department Description The Neurological Intensive Care unit (Neuro ICU / NICU) is one of the largest and most sophisticated neurological intensive care units in the nation. It is a fast-paced, highly specialized unit providing exceptional quality care to critically ill adults with a wide array of neurological disorders, including those who undergo a variety of complex surgical procedures, interventional treatments and advance research treatment modalities.
The Neuro ICU cares for the most complex patients with neurological disorders including patients with subarachnoid hemorrhages, intracerebral hemorrhages, simple aneurysms and complicated multiple aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, acute ischemic strokes, brain tumors, seizure disorders and spinal disorders. The unit offers a variety of advanced neurological monitoring techniques and innovative interventions that allow for the best possible outcome for the patients. Patient care is driven by a multifaceted approach geared towards the highest quality of individualized care.
UCSF is a designated Comprehensive Stroke Center accredited by The Joint Commission recognizing the neurological teams' exceptional efforts in the care of stroke patients.
The Neuro ICU is composed of dedicated, astute critical care nurses committed to the pursuit of excellence in the neurosciences utilizing an evidence based approach that encompasses patient and family participation.
Professional growth and development is the foundation of the unit culture and philosophy. Neuro ICU strongly supports nurses by providing them with the necessary resources and skills to be successful in this extraordinary environment. Nurses keep abreast with the current neurological trends in care through participation in advanced Neuro classes and conferences.
The Neuro ICU staff also actively participate in many quality improvement projects, innovative research, and community collaborative efforts. Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required
- Registered Nurse in the State of California
- BLS by American Heart Association
- ACLS by American Heart Association
- Progressive and recent nursing administration and leadership experience in an Intensive Care Unit in an academic medical center at the assistant nurse manager or above level (within the last 5 years)
- 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
- 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
- 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 cooperation
- Flexibility to work at all UCSF locations as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Nursing or relevant area preferred
- ANCC RN specialty certification in Nurse Executive or Nurse Executive-Advanced
- AACN RN Specialty Certification in Critical Care Nursing (CCRN)
License/Certification
- Registered Nurse in the State of California
- BLS by American Heart Association
- ACLS by American Heart Association
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Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Job Code and Payroll Title 006506 NURSE SVC MGR 2 Job Category Executive, Nursing - Adult Critical Care, Nursing - Management/Administration, Supervisory / Management Bargaining Unit 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Location Parnassus Heights (SF) Additional Shift Details Work days: Mon-Fri; Variable |
University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
Nov 24, 2024