Assistant Unit Director - Pediatric OR

About the job

The Nurse Service Supervisor II (Assistant Unit Director - Pediatric OR) provides direct leadership for the perioperative nursing team within the Perioperative Administration (SFCHO) department. Reporting to the Perioperative Director, the incumbent oversees registered nurses, PCAs, technicians, and ward clerks, ensuring high‑quality, cost‑effective patient care, compliance with regulations, and a positive patient experience. This role serves as a clinical resource, mentor, and liaison among staff, physicians, students, and interdisciplinary partners while driving continuous improvement and adherence to UCSF’s Living PRIDE standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a clinical resource on patient care issues, new policies, and technology, keeping staff informed of changes.
• Promote a positive patient experience and lead service recovery initiatives as needed.
• Supervise and coordinate department operations, manage scheduling based on census and acuity, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor support department services and collaborate to improve utilization and efficiency.
• Evaluate staff performance and participate in hiring, salary actions, terminations, and orientation.
• Foster effective teamwork, communication, and collaboration across the unit.
• Assist staff in meeting professional goals using standard evaluation tools and performance‑improvement strategies.
• Educate staff on cost‑containment strategies and maintain unit expenses within budget.
• Communicate regularly with management regarding unit activities, operational, and HR issues.
• Engage physicians and healthcare team members in planning admissions, transfers, and discharges.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Minimum of five (5) years of perioperative clinical experience in a hospital setting.
• Three to five (3‑5) years management experience in a hospital‑based perioperative environment.
• In‑depth knowledge of ORN guidelines, ASPAN standards, and relevant regulations.
• Proficiency with business software, specialized clinical applications, and data‑management systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to train, mentor, and present complex information.
• Knowledge of human‑resources policies and ability to evaluate and document performance matters.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for problem solving and collaboration with all levels of staff and external agencies.
• Analytical and critical‑thinking abilities to quickly assess problems and implement effective solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to obtain ANCC/CPAN/CCRN/CNOR certification within 12 months of hire

Required License/Certifications:

• Active RN license in the state of California
• Current AHA BLS certification
• Current AHA ACLS certification
• Current AHA PALS certification

Additional Information

• Job Identification: 11518
• Job Category: Nursing
• Locations: 1855 & 1975 4th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94158, US ()
• Shift Length: 8 hours
• Budgeted Job Salary Range: 126.46-138.04
• Campus Location 1: Benioff Children's Hospital
• Bargaining Unit: 99
• Employee Class: Career
• FLSA Status: Non-exempt
• Job Code and Payroll Title: 006508 | NURSE SVC SUPV 2
• Workplace: Fully On-Site
• FTE%: 100.00