Outpatient Nursing Supervisor - 135007

UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, which is a prestigious recognition that applies to only 10% of all US hospitals. Magnet is the "gold standard" for nursing excellence and is based on strengths in five key areas, which include transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements and empirical outcomes. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011.

The Owen Clinic, recognized as one of the nation's leading HIV primary care clinics, takes a holistic approach to HIV care. The clinic provides a comprehensive range of programs that address the varied ways in which HIV can impact a person's life, both physically and psychosocially. Located in the heart of Hillcrest, Owen Clinic is an LGBTQ+-inclusive facility that serves a culturally diverse population

The Nurse Supervisor plays a key role in supporting patients, families, and clinical teams while maintaining the highest professional standards of care, in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics. Under the general supervision of the Ambulatory Operations Manager, the Nurse Supervisor is responsible for supervision of clinic operations, including planning and performing both direct and indirect nursing interventions. This role includes overseeing the clinical care provided by UC San Diego Health, ensuring quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

In collaboration with leaders and staff, the Nurse Supervisor will be responsible for managing staffing, resource allocation, and ensuring both patient and team safety. This position requires strong competence in care coordination, particularly in facilitating patient access to multidisciplinary services, including specialties, mental health, and psychosocial resources. Effective leadership and communication skills are essential to engage the team in continuous performance improvement initiatives.

The Nurse Supervisor works closely with physicians, nursing leadership, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the delivery of comprehensive, high-quality care. This includes assisting in the optimization of administrative efficiencies within the clinical areas and exercising independent judgment in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the units with minimal administrative oversight.

• A Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN).

• Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state of California.

• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Minimum of eight (8+) or more years of relevant RN experience with at least three being in an ambulatory primary care setting.

• Minimum of five (5+) or more years of relevant RN experience with ambulatory and inpatient mental health, including substance use disorders.

• Minimum of five (5+) years working in a charge, supervisory, or management level position in an Ambulatory and Inpatient environment.

• Strong ability to communicate proficiently orally and in writing, including competence and confidence in leading team meetings.

• Excellent interpersonal and planning skills to interact with physicians and staff at various skill and licensure levels.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and with patients and their families. Compassionate caregiver with a holistic perspective of patient and family-centered care.

• Experience with caring for individuals with HIV and/or at risk populations.

• Experience supervising in a large clinic environment.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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