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San Francisco, California

Director of Nursing; Hematology, BMT, Cell Therapy

Registered NurseFull-Time

Listed compensation

$240k-$269k

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Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Operations for Hematology, Blood and Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapies (HBC), the Director of Nursing, HBC is a clinical leader and contributes to the development of UCSF Health and the Cancer Center’s strategic goals and objectives as well as overall standards of nursing practice.

The Director of Nursing is a member of the HBC management team and works within the framework of the mission and values established by UCSF Health.

The Director of Nursing oversees all adult HBC faculty practices clinical operations, systems and processes, providing direct and indirect supervision of administrative and clinical staff in multiple departments including; malignant hematology, nonmalignant hematology, blood & marrow transplant and cellular therapies.

The Director of Nursing ensures exemplary provision of care to research and standard-of-care patients in both inpatient and ambulatory settings.

Working in a matrixed environment, the Director of Nursing partners to develop systems for integration with the broader health system (e. g. infusion, radiation oncology, inpatient services, pharmacy, imaging, labs, UC satellite locations).

The Director of Nursing ensures patient care standards are achieved and in alignment with internal policies and rigorous external regulations, including those set by TCH, AABB, ASTCT/CIBMT and FACT to maintain accreditation status for stem cell transplants and CAR-T therapies.

The Director of Nursing serves on system-wide and cross-functional committees and has external presence in community and professional organizations and societies.

Responsibilities would include assisting the Director of Operations and the VP/COO with annual goal setting and assisting with the implementation of strategies to achieve the goals.

Qualified candidates have RN or NP licensure, direct care and management experience in an oncology setting and are passionate about enhancing oncology staff, provider and patient experience.

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.

The salary range for this position is $240,400 - $269,400 (Annual Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total

Compensation, Please Visit

ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
  • Minimum of 5 years’ nursing leadership experience within a cancer services program or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Registered Nurse in the State of California
  • AHA CPR Certification
  • In-depth knowledge of patient population served and the requirements for the delivery of services
  • Practice management knowledge in scheduling, customer-service methods, regulatory compliance, accreditation requirements, and / or information technology
  • Familiar with the policies, best practices, and standards involved with effective clinic / center administration
  • Demonstrated ability to launch and lead department and institute-wide strategic initiatives from concept through implementation, completion and maintenance phases
  • Demonstrated ability to build, motivate and instill accountability within effective teams that include both clinical and non-clinical roles
  • Excellent communications and interpersonal skills to foster and promote an environment for effective communication and collaborative decision making across multiple units and disciplines
  • Excellent change management and conflict resolution skills
  • Excellent leadership, fiscal, and operations management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, management and staff from all disciplines
  • Excellent skills in all aspects of successfully directing clinic / center patient care and / or clinic operations including developing strategic plans, creating benchmarks, integrating programs and functions, and fiscal management
  • Ability to create and maintain a goal-oriented climate of teamwork, collaboration, and consistent achievement of objectives

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's Degree
  • Minimum of 5 years’ nursing leadership experience within a Hematology/Blood and Marrow Transplant/Cell Therapy program or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Training in quality improvement or Lean methodology
  • Experience supervising staff in a union environment
  • Leadership experience in a large academic medical center setting
  • Experience with QA/The Joint Commission process for quality improvement
  • Oncology Certified Nurse

License/Certification

  • Registered Nurse in the State of California and / or licensure in relevant clinical specialty
  • AHA CPR Certification

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

ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu

The UCSF Hematology-Oncology Clinic is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care to patients facing blood disorders and cancers.

As part of UCSF�s renowned Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, the clinic combines cutting-edge treatments, innovative research, and personalized care to address the unique needs of each patient.

Our multidisciplinary team of expert oncologists, hematologists, nurses, and support staff works collaboratively to deliver state-of-the-art therapies and access to clinical trials, ensuring the highest quality of care.

Located in world-class facilities, the UCSF Hematology-Oncology Clinic is committed to improving outcomes and advancing the field of cancer and blood disorder treatment locally and globally.

Key Responsibilities

The Director of Nursing oversees clinical operations, systems, and staff for adult hematology, blood and marrow transplant, and cellular therapy departments. They partner with leadership to integrate services across the health system while ensuring compliance with rigorous external accreditation standards.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Strategic PlanningTeam BuildingOncology Nursing

Hematology — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 50 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 24% are remote, 60% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$255k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $230k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 3.0
Better work-life than 60% of Nursing Leadership listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,187 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in San Francisco

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.74M≈ 7.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$4,682/mo≈ 23% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
30 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About UCSF

Hospitals and Health Care
San Francisco, CA
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
CME Allowance
Malpractice Coverage
PSLF Eligible