Are you an experienced nurse leader ready to take the next step?
UPMC Shadyside’s Ambulatory Surgery Center is seeking a passionate Unit Director to guide our talented team in delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

Manage a specialized 6-bed surgery center within Shadyside Hospital, supporting patients across various specialties including sports medicine, plastics, and endocrine Oversee the full patient journey — from pre-op to post-op — ensuring safe, high-quality care every step of the way Enjoy a Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends, holidays, or on-call shifts on-site (only occasional urgent needs via phone/email)

Responsibilities:

Quality & Patient Safety: Collaborates with staff to monitor outcomes, set priorities, and lead safety initiatives; Uses data and evidence-based practice to drive quality improvements and action plans; Engages staff in quality and evidence-based projects Team & Communication: Builds strong, inclusive teams through mentoring, positive communication, and conflict resolution; Supports healthy work-life balance and coaches on belonging and respect Leadership & Change Management: Creates and shares a vision aligned with organizational goals; Leads change by involving staff and adapting leadership approach as needed; Influences the profession through external partnerships and advocacy Patient-Centered Excellence: Promotes patient-centered, relationship-based care and adherence to clinical standards; Fosters interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance care quality; Practices fiscal responsibility in budgeting and staffing Staff Growth & Development: Sets high performance standards and creates growth plans; Supports specialty certification, innovative training, and student recruitment; Encourages shared governance and uses staff feedback to guide improvements Leadership Development: Mentors Clinicians in daily leadership, performance management, and recruitment; Ensures direct care staff have required competencies and training