Unit Director Neurological Unit 8L

Job Summary

8 Long is a fast-paced 35‑bed medical‑surgical Neuroscience unit that serves adult acute‑care patients. Ten of the 35 beds are equipped to care for hard‑wired continuous epilepsy monitoring patients, including intracranial grid placement. UCSF Neurology and Neurosurgery rank #2 in the nation and best in California by the U.S. News & World Report 2023‑2024 and are a comprehensive stroke center.

The incumbent will oversee around 80 FTEs with a $15 million operational budget supporting over five neuroscience service lines. Strong hospital management / leadership, fiscal and operations management skills in a complex academic medical center are essential for this role.

NOTE : this position is eligible for a sign‑on bonus of up to $20,000.00. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

The salary range for this position is $253,900 – $269,400 (Annual Rate).

Department Description

The Neurology / Neurosurgery unit is a state‑of‑the‑art medical‑surgical Neuroscience unit that excels in offering exciting interventions for rapidly growing services including neurology, neurosurgery and neuro‑interventional radiology.

As a joint commission comprehensive stroke center, current and progressive stroke treatment options are available to patients. Five beds are dedicated to the Northern California Epilepsy Program where patients with uncontrolled seizures are monitored to determine the best treatment options.

Through this unit’s councils, shared decision‑making has empowered nurse‑driven initiatives surrounding quality & safety in patient care, professional development of staff and patient education & satisfaction. Abundant disease‑specific education is offered to nurses throughout the year by a variety of members of the interdisciplinary team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• 3–5 years of demonstrated hospital management / leadership skills, with progressive expertise in patient‑care services
• Registered Nurse in the State of California
• BLS by American Heart Association
• Knowledge to manage disaster incidents, critical events and ability to solve problems with critical thinking skills
• Knowledge of relevant healthcare information technology and patient‑care workflows and processes
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements, as well as related legislative, accreditation, licensing and compliance environments
• Strong leadership, fiscal and operations management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, management and staff from all disciplines
• Strong interpersonal skills to create and maintain a climate for effective communication and collaborative decision‑making
• Ability to create and maintain a goal‑oriented climate of teamwork, collaboration and consistent achievement of objectives

Preferred Qualifications

License / 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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