(ICU)

Career Match Pro

(ICU)

San Diego, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We are seeking a dynamic Director of ICU to join a progressive hospital leadership team. This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced ICU leader who thrives in a high-acuity environment and is passionate about both clinical excellence and employee engagement.

    What makes this role exciting:

    • Reports directly to the CNO with 24/7 leadership responsibility.
    • Oversight of ~110 team members, including Clinical Supervisors, RNs, and Patient Care Techs.
    • Part of a STEMI and Comprehensive Stroke Center caring for medical, cardiac, and neuro patients.
    • Serves on and chairs multiple key hospital committees, influencing outcomes across the organization.

    What we’re looking for in a leader:

    • Strong ICU experience (medical, cardiac, neuro preferred).
    • High emotional intelligence with a gentle yet accountable leadership style.
    • A proactive and inclusive communicator—able to explain rationale for decisions, listen first, and drive engagement through collaboration.
    • A creative problem-solver who can strengthen staff retention, recruitment, and productivity.
    • Proven ability to foster strong provider relationships and build trust with nursing, quality, and risk leaders.
    • CA RN License
    • 5 years acute care ICU RN exp
    • 3 years acute care nursing leadership exp.

    Biggest impact areas for this leader:

    • Engaging and inspiring staff during times of change.
    • Driving a culture of accountability while maintaining compassion and inclusion.
    • Leading with influence to build buy-in across the department and organization.

    If you are a transformational leader ready to take on the challenge of building engagement, improving outcomes, and shaping ICU culture at the highest level, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

    For immediate consideration contact randerson@careermatchpro.com 

  • Compensation
    $150,000-$214,000 per year