What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Unit Director - Pediatric Transitional Care Unit position at University of California San Francisco?
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.
Department Description
C5 is comprised of a 16-bed pediatric transitional care unit (step-down unit) and 28-bed pediatric medical surgical unit that provides comprehensive inpatient care to children and families experiencing a wide variety of acute and chronic medical conditions or recent surgery. Patients range in age from neonates to adolescents. Nurses encounter a fast paced, vibrant environment and opportunities to learn many complex nursing skills.
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San Francisco acute care nurses possess exceptional assessment and prioritization skills as well as a tremendous amount of flexibility and compassion. This unit offers the opportunity to work with many dynamic health care teams as well as the opportunity to solidify nursing practice.
The unit supports 17 pediatric subspecialties, including immunology, GI, renal, neurology and neurosurgery, general major abdominal surgery and liver and kidney transplant.
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San Francisco acute care nurses possess exceptional assessment and prioritization skills as well as a tremendous amount of flexibility and compassion. This unit offers the opportunity to work with many dynamic health care teams as well as the opportunity to solidify nursing practice.
The unit supports 17 pediatric subspecialties, including immunology, GI, renal, neurology and neurosurgery, general major abdominal surgery and liver and kidney transplant.
Required Qualifications
- 2-4 years of progressive nursing leadership experience with patient care clinical standards and care delivery, systems, external regulations and internal policies.
- Bachelor's degree in nursing
- Registered Nurse in the State of California.
- Active American Heart Association CPR certification
- Active American Heart Association PALS certification
- Demonstrated skills to effectively supervise clinicians and to manage the complex workflow and multiple priorities involved with a patient care unit.
- In depth knowledge of patient care clinical standards and care delivery, systems, external regulations and internal policies.
- Strong knowledge of human resources management policies, with the ability to train, monitor, evaluate, and document human resources matters and employee performance. Provides input to decision-makers on human resources matters.
- 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 interpersonal skills for effective information exchange and problem solving with all levels of management and staff, consultants and outside agencies.
- Strong written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to train and mentor subordinates, to convey complex clinical and technical information in a clear and concise manner. Prepares and presents a variety of reports, documentation, analyses, and project proposals.
- Knowledge of business software and specialized applications and data management systems used in nursing units or departments.
- The flexibility to work 50% days and 50% evenings
- The flexibility to work in direct patient care when operationally necessary
- The flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree preferred.
License/Certification
- Registered Nurse in the State of California.
- Active American Heart Association CPR certification
- Active American Heart Association PALS 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.
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.
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.
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.
Organization
Health
Job Code and Payroll Title
006508 NURSE SVC SUPV 2
Job Category
Nursing - Management/Administration, Nursing - Pediatric Acute Care, Nursing - Pediatric-Other
Bargaining Unit
99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
100%
Location
Mission Bay (SF)
Shift
Days, Evenings
Shift Length
8 Hours
Salary : $123,000 - $156,000
Travel (Respiratory Therapist) - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Trusted Allied Staffing, LLC -
San Francisco, CA
Nursing Supervisor - Assistant Unit Director
University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health -
San Francisco, CA
Nursing Assistant - Hospital Care Inpatient Unit
Veterans Health Administration -
San Francisco, CA
