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The Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer (VP/CNO) for Adult Services at UCSF Health shapes the future of nursing practice across one of the nation's premier academic health systems. This leadership role spans the Parnassus, Mission Bay, and Mount Zion campuses, positioning the CNO at the center of healthcare innovation and clinical excellence. The VP/CNO leads nursing and patient care services across the continuum of adult academic medical center acute care services, driving transformational change in care delivery while ensuring the highest level of patient safety and quality of care. The VP/CNO embodies a patient-first philosophy, understanding that exceptional care begins with an empowered, supported, and highly skilled nursing workforce.
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Master's degree in a healthcare-related field; Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD strongly preferred.
- Advanced degree in nursing and health care administration, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- CA RN License required.
- Minimum eight to ten years of increasingly responsible experience in hospital management and strategic planning, in an academic medical center.
- Comprehensive and thorough understanding of all elements of health care delivery, including strategy, business planning, operations and financial conditions.
- Change management skills to continually transition adult nursing services from current state to future state. Expertise in evaluating Health System and organizational issues, initiating actions to make change, planning change with stakeholder buy-in and executing the plan while being flexible to the changing landscape.
- Collaborative leadership skills to function in a highly complex and matrixed organizational environment, demonstrates expert skill in building collaborative relationships, developing strategies, and engaging in constructive problem-solving.
- Relationship building skills to develop outstanding relationships at all levels of the organization in an environment that is managed through influence and relationships.
- Expertise in all aspects of assigned functions, as well as development and management of operational and capital budgets.
- Sets high standards of behavior, performance, quality, credibility, and integrity; exhibits judgment and business acumen necessary to raise performance to levels that would not otherwise be achieved.
- Knowledge of management information systems and its relevance to nursing practice, quality and safety.
- Knowledge of strategic planning and its relevance to nursing operations and future direction.
- Demonstrated understanding of the roles of teaching, research and patient care in the academic medical center and active participation in improvements relevant to each mission.
- Ability to comply with all nursing practice and Health System policies and procedures for infection control, safety, administrative and clinical practice. Ability to comply with activities mandated by The Joint Commission/Title 22, CLIA, etc.
- Prior experience in a unionized setting/environment.
- Served in a Magnet organization or understands the principles of shared governance and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Direct experience with Lean management and/or an understanding of the Principles of Lean Continuous Improvement.
- Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD preferred.
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
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.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Master's degree in a healthcare-related field; Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD strongly preferred.
- Advanced degree in nursing and health care administration, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- CA RN License required.
- Minimum eight to ten years of increasingly responsible experience in hospital management and strategic planning, in an academic medical center.
- Comprehensive and thorough understanding of all elements of health care delivery, including strategy, business planning, operations and financial conditions.
- Change management skills to continually transition adult nursing services from current state to future state. Expertise in evaluating Health System and organizational issues, initiating actions to make change, planning change with stakeholder buy-in and executing the plan while being flexible to the changing landscape.
- Collaborative leadership skills to function in a highly complex and matrixed organizational environment, demonstrates expert skill in building collaborative relationships, developing strategies, and engaging in constructive problem-solving.
- Relationship building skills to develop outstanding relationships at all levels of the organization in an environment that is managed through influence and relationships.
- Expertise in all aspects of assigned functions, as well as development and management of operational and capital budgets.
- Sets high standards of behavior, performance, quality, credibility, and integrity; exhibits judgment and business acumen necessary to raise performance to levels that would not otherwise be achieved.
- Knowledge of management information systems and its relevance to nursing practice, quality and safety.
- Knowledge of strategic planning and its relevance to nursing operations and future direction.
- Demonstrated understanding of the roles of teaching, research and patient care in the academic medical center and active participation in improvements relevant to each mission.
- Ability to comply with all nursing practice and Health System policies and procedures for infection control, safety, administrative and clinical practice. Ability to comply with activities mandated by The Joint Commission/Title 22, CLIA, etc.
- Prior experience in a unionized setting/environment.
- Served in a Magnet organization or understands the principles of shared governance and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Direct experience with Lean management and/or an understanding of the Principles of Lean Continuous Improvement.
- Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD preferred.
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University of California - San Francisco
$400,000-$534,000
Jul 25, 2026