RN ICU Director - San Diego Market
21 Days Old
Overview Location: Temecula Valley (open to relocation)
Salary: $150-210k base + comprehensive benefits package (relocation assistance provided)
Facility Type: Acute care hospital; Rated "High Performing" in multiple adult procedures and conditions by U.S. News & World Report
Reporting To: Chief Nursing Officer
Our client, a 100+ bed acute care hospital located in the San Diego area, is seeking a highly skilled and collaborative RN ICU Director to lead their Intensive Care Unit. This is a key leadership role with oversight of a dynamic team and direct impact on patient care and outcomes.
Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in general ICU operations and a proven ability to lead high-performing teams. They will be a skilled communicator and relationship-builder, capable of working cross-functionally to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
Position Highlights Reports directly to the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)
Full-time, exempt leadership role with 24/7 operational oversight
Responsible for managing a team of approximately 110 FTEs, including:
Clinical Supervisors
Registered Nurses (RNs)
Shared Clinical Educator (in collaboration with the Emergency Department)
Oversees a dynamic and diverse ICU setting, caring for medical, cardiac, and neurological critical care patients
Actively contributes to hospital-wide initiatives through leadership and participation in key committees
Focus on fostering strong communication with providers, and building collaborative relationships with Nursing, Quality, and Risk Management teams
Key Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; BSN strongly preferred
Master’s degree in Nursing or related field is preferred
Minimum of 5 years of hands-on ICU clinical experience as a Registered Nurse
At least 3 years of nursing leadership experience within an ICU or Critical Care environment
Licenses & Certifications Active and unrestricted California RN license (required)
BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications from the American Heart Association (required)
Specialty certification in Critical Care Nursing (e.g., CCRN) preferred
Job details Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider and Management
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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- Location:
- San Diego, CA, United States
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Bio & Pharmacology & Health