Advance innovation, excellence, and patient-centered care as the next Director of Nursing, Hematology, BMT & Cell Therapy at UCSF Health in beautiful San Francisco!

The Position

• The Director of Nursing, Hematology, BMT, and Cell Therapy will provide strategic and operational leadership for inpatient and outpatient oncology nursing services, advancing UCSF Health and the Cancer Center’s mission, strategic goals, and standards of nursing excellence.
• Reporting to the Director of Operations, this leader will oversee approximately 70 FTEs, including 22 direct reports.
• This leader will prioritize understanding UCSF Health’s organizational structure and culture while partnering with leadership and service line teams to support strategic growth, innovation, and technological advancement. Additionally, this individual will focus on recruiting and retaining top talent, mentoring team members, and fostering a collaborative shared governance model that promotes professional development, accountability, and nursing excellence.
• The Director of Nursing ensures exemplary provision of care to research and standard-of-care patients in both inpatient and ambulatory settings. Working in a matrixed environment, the Director of Nursing partners to develop systems for integration with the broader health system (e.g. infusion, radiation oncology, inpatient services, pharmacy, imaging, labs, UC satellite locations). 
• The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of emerging technologies, scientific advancements, and evolving best practices within hematology, blood and marrow transplant, and cellular therapy. This leader must be adaptable, forward-thinking, and energized by working in a complex academic medical center environment where innovation and continuous improvement are highly valued. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional change management skills, the ability to think quickly and navigate ambiguity, and a proven track record of leading teams through growth and transformation. A collaborative attitude, commitment to excellence, and genuine enthusiasm for advancing cutting-edge oncology care will be essential. This individual should be driven to remain at the forefront of the field while fostering strong partnerships across all levels of the organization. 

Requirements

• BSN required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Active California RN license required.
• LEAN methodology training and Oncology Nursing Certification (OCN) preferred.
• Minimum of five years of nursing leadership experience within a cancer services program, including outpatient Hematology, Blood and Marrow Transplant, and/or Cell Therapy services, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Demonstrated experience with quality improvement initiatives, regulatory compliance, and accreditation standards, including The Joint Commission, required.

Compensation Range

• The base salary range for this position is $165,000 to $300,000 annually. In addition, a leader may be eligible for other benefits, including but not limited to health insurance coverage, retirement benefits, and bonuses. The total compensation for the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The base salary range listed above is a good faith determination of potential base compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

The Organization

• UCSF Health is one of the nation’s premier academic health systems, recognized worldwide for excellence in patient care, groundbreaking research, medical education, and innovation. As the clinical enterprise of the University of California, San Francisco, UCSF Health is dedicated exclusively to the health sciences and advancing the future of medicine.
• The integrated health system includes UCSF Medical Center, UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals, Langley Porter Psychiatric Hospital and Clinics, the UCSF Faculty Practice, and an extensive network of specialty, primary care, and outpatient locations throughout Northern California.
• Consistently ranked among the nation’s top hospitals, UCSF Medical Center is nationally recognized for clinical excellence across numerous specialties, including cancer care, neurosciences, orthopedics, pulmonology, geriatrics, psychiatry, and rheumatology.
• As a leading academic health system, UCSF Health fosters collaboration among physicians, researchers, educators, and healthcare professionals to accelerate scientific discoveries into innovative treatments while delivering compassionate, equitable, and evidence-based care. Guided by a mission of advancing health worldwide, the organization continues to shape the future of healthcare through research, education, clinical excellence, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.

The Community

• San Francisco offers a vibrant urban lifestyle, combining world-renowned cultural attractions, diverse neighborhoods, and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay.
• Residents enjoy access to iconic landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, and Fisherman's Wharf, along with miles of waterfront trails, beaches, and outdoor recreational opportunities.
• The city is known for its thriving arts and culture scene, featuring world-class museums, theaters, music venues, and professional sports, as well as a celebrated culinary landscape that reflects its rich diversity.
• San Francisco serves as a hub for innovation and higher education, with close proximity to leading technology companies, research institutions, and prestigious universities throughout the Bay Area.
• Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy easy access to hiking, cycling, sailing, and weekend destinations including Muir Woods National Monument, Napa Valley, and the scenic Northern California coastline.

Please apply directly and for any further inquiries or referrals, direct them to:

Amy Simonson

Executive Search Recruiter

amy.simonson@amnhealthcare.com

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