Chief Nursing Officer

Chief Nursing Officer, UCSF Health NetworkUniversity of California, San FranciscoSan Francisco, CaliforniaUCSF Health is seeking an exceptional nursing executive to serve as Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) for the UCSF Health Network, a growing, integrated community hospital and ambulatory network within one of the nation's premier academic health systems. This is a rare opportunity to lead, build, and scale nursing strategy and operations across a network at a pivotal moment of transformation and growthwhile advancing UCSF's mission of clinical excellence, innovation, and public service.The OpportunityThe Chief Nursing Officer serves as the senior nursing executive for the UCSF Health Network, reporting to the SVP/President of the UCSF Health Network, with a dotted-line relationship to the System Chief Nurse Executive. As a key member of the Network executive leadership team and dyad partner to the Chief Medical Officer, the CNO provides enterprise-level leadership for nursing practice, clinical operations, workforce strategy, and patient experience across multiple community hospitals, ambulatory sites, and affiliated partnerships.The Network is transitioning from acquisition and stabilization to performance optimization and growth, supported by significant capital investment, service line expansion, and rising demand for high-quality community-based care. The CNO will play a central role in translating UCSF's academic standards into community settings while building a high-performing, engaged, and future-ready nursing workforce.Scope and ImpactExecutive oversight of UCSF Health Stanyan Hospital and UCSF Health Hyde HospitalLeadership of nursing across Network ambulatory and outpatient sitesEngagement with affiliate partners and physician foundation practices~$1.1B network enterprise~3,000 employees~1,600 direct nursing FTEsHighly matrixed environment requiring influence, collaboration, and systems thinkingThe CNO will directly lead senior nursing executives and is expected to build a robust leadership pipeline, positioning the UCSF Health Network as a development ground for future nursing leaders.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for nursing services across the NetworkEstablish and uphold professional nursing practice standards aligned with UCSF Health expectationsDrive measurable improvements in quality, safety, patient experience, engagement, and retentionLead workforce planning, talent development, succession planning, and shared governanceAchieve financial and productivity targets through effective resource stewardshipAdvance Magnet designation and nursing excellence initiativesPartner effectively with physician leaders, academic colleagues, and affiliate organizationsPromote diversity, equity, inclusion, and a culture of safety, trust, and continuous improvementQualificationsMaster's degree in Nursing or a related healthcare field required; DNP or PhD strongly preferredRegistered Nurse, eligible for licensure in California810+ years of progressive nursing leadership experience, including senior-level responsibilityDemonstrated success in complex, multi-site or matrixed health systems, preferably in community hospitalsStrong operational, financial, and change-management expertiseExperience in unionized environments and Magnet organizations highly desirableCommitment to academic excellence, evidence-based practice, and inclusive leadershipCompensation & BenefitsUSCF is offering a competitive executive package including an anticipated base salary between $400-475k and a 15-20% incentive annual target.About UCSF HealthUCSF is one of the world's leading health sciences universities and an academic health system nationally recognized for excellence in patient care, research, and education. UCSF Health extends this excellence through a growing network of hospitals and ambulatory sites across Northern California, delivering high-quality, accessible care to diverse communities.CandidacyInterested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and letter of interest outlining key leadership experience and impact. All inquiries and applications will be handled confidentially.