University of California San Diego

Nurse Supervisor - Imaging - 141051

Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Nursing
  • California RN license
  • Current BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications
  • Minimum two years of Radiology experience
  • Flexibility to work across multiple locations

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate department operations and compliance
  • Guide staff on clinical issues and policy changes
  • Monitor support department services for efficiency
  • Evaluate staff performance and assist in HR decisions
  • Foster teamwork and professional development
  • Educate on unit financial goals and budget compliance
  • Communicate unit activities to management

Benefits

  • Magnet Recognition for nursing excellence
  • Supportive and empowering practice environment
  • Access to leading-edge health care facilities and resources
  • Commitment to professional growth and teamwork
  • Opportunities for collaboration across healthcare teams
Full Job Description
Payroll Title:
NURSE SVC SUPV 2 Department:
Radiology Administration Hiring Pay Scale
$190,000 - $215,000 / Year Worksite:
Hillcrest Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
Uncovered Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
Nights, 8 hour shifts, Monday-Sunday

#141051 Nurse Supervisor - Imaging
Filing Deadline: Thu 9/3/2026
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DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego Health is proud to be a four-time Magnet-designated organization and has now earned Magnet with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet is the gold standard for nursing excellence, achieved by only about 10% of hospitals worldwide. Magnet with Distinction is awarded to the highest-performing Magnet organizations, with only a select few earning this prestigious honor. This recognition reflects our commitment to transformational leadership, professional nursing excellence, innovation, exceptional patient outcomes, and an empowering practice environment where nurses thrive.

The Imaging Nurse Supervisor will supervise staff involved in providing clinical patient care. Assists in ensuring the quality of patient care delivery in a specific patient care area and serves as a role model for professional nursing practice. Assists with the administration and management of personnel, fiscal, and material resources. May assume full responsibility for the unit in delegated areas and in the absence of the manager. Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Supervises and coordinates the department operations, resolves system issues, advises on work methods, manages scheduling based on patient census and acuity and ensures compliance with internal procedures and external regulations.
  • Serves as a resource to nursing staff on patient care clinical issues, new policies, and technology. Keeps staff informed of changes in policies, procedures and external regulations.
  • Monitors services provided by support departments and collaborates to improve utilization and efficiency.
  • Evaluates subordinate staff and participates in decision-making on hiring, salary actions, terminations, performance ratings, and other human resources matters. Orients new employees to nursing responsibilities within the practice.
  • Promotes a climate of effective teamwork, communication and collaboration.
  • Encourages and assists staff in meeting professional goals. Using standard practice evaluation tools to identify areas for growth. Consults with nurse leaders and educators on developing strategies for performance improvement.
  • Understands unit financial goals and educates staff of cost-containment strategies. Maintains unit expenses within budget.
  • Communicates regularly with management on unit activities and on pertinent operational or human resources issues.
  • Responds to community or health system partners to facilitate delivery of patient care services.
  • Involves physicians, staff and other healthcare team members in the development of a plan to manage patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
  • Promotes a positive patient experience through service recovery as needed, across the nursing unit.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Nursing.
  • RN license issued by the State of California.
  • BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire, with commitment to get UCSD ART within six months
  • Two (2) or more years of relevant Radiology experience.
  • Flexibility to work at East Campus, La Jolla and Hillcrest Hospitals.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • A Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) or related area.
  • In-depth experience with Imaging exams for Pacemaker Patients.
  • Experience complying with Radiology Regulatory Guidelines.
  • Working knowledge of Contrast and Radiation Safety Protocols.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
  • Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
  • Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $136,600 - $267,600 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $65.42 - $128.16

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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About University of California San Diego

The University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) is a public research university in San Diego, California. Established in 1960 near the pre-existing Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego is the seventh-oldest of the 10 University of California campuses and offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, enrolling approximately 38,325 students. UC San Diego is organized into six undergraduate residential colleges (Revelle, John Muir, Thurgood Marshall, Earl Warren, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Sixth College) and five academic divisions (Arts and Humanities, Biological Sciences, Jacobs School of Engineering, Physical Sciences, and Social Sciences). The university operates 19 organized research units (ORUs), including the Center for Energy Research, Qualcomm Institute (a branch of the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology), and the San Diego Supercomputer Center.
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