Unit Director- 3E7D Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery (UPMC Presbyterian)

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with medical staff to monitor patient outcomes, set clinical priorities, and implement safety and quality improvements.
• Tracks dashboard indicators, develops action plans, and uses evidence-based practices to enhance care.
• Shares improvements across units, analyzes satisfaction data, and supports staff involvement in quality initiatives.
• Fosters positive relationships by mentoring, modeling clear communication, and resolving conflict promptly.
• Buils trust, listens actively, and ensures transparency.
• Plans department schedules to support safety and well-being.
• Communicates effectively across media to engage and inform.
• Coaches staff on cultural diversity, addresses workplace issues, and creates an inclusive environment that values differences.
• Creates a shared vision by applying critical thinking, financial data, and quality insights in developing the department’s operational plan.
• Engages staff and stakeholders in vision development through shared governance.
• Manages complex change and supports staff through transitions.
• Uses effective communication to gain buy-in and adapts to different situations.
• Fosters a patient-centered culture by promoting Relationship-Based Care that addresses clinical, psychological, and spiritual needs.
• Ensures nurses follow established clinical standards and use evidence-based practices to deliver excellent care.
• Encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and participation in committees to improve patient services.
• Sets clinical, financial, and resource priorities aligned with organizational goals, while managing the department budget and ensuring efficient resource use.
• Sets high performance standards and fosters innovation and professional growth.
• Creates development plans to enhance staff expertise and supports continuing education and certification.
• Promotes best practices for student and new nurse development and recruits nursing students with exceptional clinical experiences.
• Encourages shared governance and uses staff feedback to improve care, nursing practice, and the work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of progressive leadership experience required with relevant clinical experience preferred.
• BS/BSN required at time of hire and master's degree/MSN required.
• If BS degree not in nursing, a Master's or higher degree in Nursing is required.
• If Master's degree not in nursing, a BSN is required.
• If the master's degree/MSN is not present at time of hire, must be enrolled in a Master's or MSN program within one year of hire/transfer date and completed within three years of enrollment.

Requirements

• Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in practicing state. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within one year of hire, Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within thirty days of hire, Act 34.