Asst Unit Director PACU, Mt Zion
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Job SummarySupervises staff involved in providing clinical patient care. Assists in ensuring the quality of patient care delivery in a specific patient care area and serves as a role model for professional nursing practice. Assists with the administration and management of personnel, fiscal, and material resources. May assume full responsibility for the unit in delegated areas and in the absence of the manager. 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. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.The salary range for this position is $212,558 - $232,039 (Annual Rate).To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: Department DescriptionThe Perianesthesia Care Units at Mt Zion include the Pre-operative (prep), Post-Anesthesia Care Units (PACU) and the 23-Hr Short Stay Unit (overnight observation unit). The team of perianesthesia specialty nurses provides dynamic, compassionate care for a wide variety of surgical patients for adults and adolescents (13 and up) in the ambulatory care setting.In preparing patients for surgery, we assure their readiness and provide preoperative teaching for patients and their families. The priority postoperatively is to physiologically stabilize patients, provide innovative pain management strategies, and integrate family-centered care. An interdisciplinary team of nurses, surgeons, specialty physicians, anesthesiologists and respiratory therapists work to initiate the recovery from surgery.The perianesthesia nurses work collaboratively with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and other members of the interdisciplinary team. In addition to the Patient Care Manager and other Assistant Unit managers within the perioperative areas to continuously improve patient safety, efficiency and patient satisfaction.The 23-Hour Short Stay unit provides quality care and patient satisfaction for those patients that require outpatient extended care. Having this modality of service allows more flexibility for different procedures and improve operational efficiency and clinical excellence to the ambulatory surgery center. The nurses in this unit work collaboratively with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to provide an integrated family-centered patient care experience.Required QualificationsMinimum three (3) years of recent (within the past 5 years) clinical RN experience in an inpatient or outpatient PACU.Recent administrative oversight in an inpatient environment; for example, previous experience as an Assistant Nurse Manager, charge nurse or other similar roleDemonstrated 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.Preferred QualificationsClinical Nurse 3 competency levelKnowledge of Lean principles, project management, six sigmaCPAN, Nurse Executive, or Nurse Executive Advanced,National applicable specialty certificationLicense/CertificationBachelor's Degree in NursingMaster's Degree preferredBLS by American Heart AssociationACLS by American Heart AssociationAbout UCSFAt 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 ValuesUCSF 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.Equal Employment OpportunityThe 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.OrganizationHealthJob Code and Payroll Title006508 NURSE SVC SUPV 2 Job CategoryNursing - Adult Services, Nursing - Perioperative, Other NursingBargaining Unit99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Employee ClassCareerPercentage100%LocationSan Francisco, CA CampusMount Zion (SF) Work StyleFully On-SiteShiftDaysShift Length8 Hours Additional Shift DetailsMonday thru FridayDepartment Name: Perianesthesia UnitPosition Type: Full TimeReq Number: 81173BR