Director Nursing Partnerships; UCSF

Shirley Ryan Ability Lab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life‑changing mission and vision. You’ll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none—one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes— as we Advance Human Ability, together.

The Director, Nursing – Partnerships is responsible for defining, assessing and assuring nursing practice competency within the inpatient hospital. The role guides nurse managers, clinical nurse specialists (consultants), charge nurses and infection control nurses in establishing and integrating nursing care processes, policies and procedures to ensure quality patient care and meet regulatory compliance.

Core responsibilities include collaborating with the Administrative Director to ensure practice standards are disseminated and implemented across all levels of care, establishing a measurement system for patient acuity, fostering the rehabilitation nursing practice and shared governance philosophy, managing the nursing staffing office and flex staff, and coordinating nursing activities to maintain high standards of patient care.

• Guide inpatient nurse managers in all aspects of unit operations, including nursing professional practice, quality improvement activities, care model design, staffing guidelines and budget development.
• Maintain the philosophy, purpose, standards, and policies and procedures of the Division of Nursing.
• Develop goals and objectives for the nursing staff and ensure they are met.
• Define nursing roles and assure the implementation of nursing staff education through orientation and development programs.
• Collaborate with program leaders on patient education processes and related materials.
• Provide statistical reports and information for analysis, program planning, and decision‑making.
• Guide nurse managers and flex staff in budget development and implementation, recommending cost‑containing programs, equipment, and methodologies.
• Review and revise existing programs and projects for increased productivity, cost‑effectiveness, and quality improvement.
• Act as a nursing resource person for assistance in other department programs and projects.
• Recommend investments in new technologies and equipment.
• Interview and evaluate the hiring of nurse managers, charge nurses, and other key nursing personnel.
• Assist program/unit operations leaders with orienting new nurse managers and providing ongoing educational programs and guidance.
• Participate in SRAlab/ABMC committees as assigned.
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan Ability Lab.

• Master’s degree in nursing or a related field preferred.
• Current registration to practice professional nursing in the state of California.
• Certification in rehabilitation nursing strongly preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of nursing experience, including 5 years in professional management, with fiscal responsibility and quality of care responsibilities.
• Proven abilities in research, program development, and implementation.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; prior teaching experience preferred.
• Interpersonal skills to provide leadership to all staff levels.
• Analytical skills to assess existing programs and develop new initiatives.
• Computer skills required in word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this classification.

• Pay Range: $ – $
• Benefits:
  Shirley Ryan Ability Lab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with industry peers in our geographic locations. (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). Eligibility and actual compensation will vary by position based on equity and qualifications.

Shirley Ryan Ability Lab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law. Shirley Ryan Ability Lab is an affirmative action employer as required by law.