Director of ICU Career Opportunity in Southern California

Director of ICU career opportunity located in San Diego, California.

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.

Compensation $150,000-$214,000

Qualified candidates send resumes to: tinarobertsrecruiter@yahoo.com

Tina Roberts
Executive & Management Recruitment Services
(415) 770-1200 text/call
(415) 685-6289

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