Ambulatory Associate Chief Nursing Executive (ACNE)

The Ambulatory Associate Chief Nursing Executive (ACNE) is a strategic visionary leader responsible for the elevation of nursing practice and patient care in ambulatory care settings throughout UCDH. As a member of the UCDH Executive Nursing leadership, the Ambulatory ACNE will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to enhance professional ambulatory nursing practice, ambulatory operations, care coordination, and transitions of care across the network. At the direction of the CNE, the Ambulatory ACNE is also accountable for ensuring nursing care is provided to the appropriate quality, licensing, and accreditation standards. The leader will cultivate an environment of continuous improvement and mobilize decision-makers to improve patient outcomes across the continuum of care.

Apply By Date: 7/28/2025. Selection activity may begin at any time.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• A valid California Registered Nurse License
• Bachelor's degree (BSN) in nursing.
• Completion of an accredited nursing degree program.
• Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) or a health-related field.
• Seven to ten years of current progressive leadership experience as a proven nurse leader in a complex academic care setting is required.
• Academic medical center experience required.
• Leadership experience in a Magnet recognized ambulatory healthcare setting.
• Leadership experience in a highly complex California unionized environment is required.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, complex, matrixed academic environment.
• Strong conceptual nursing base with expertise in professional practice models, systems thinking, and quality improvement processes.
• Demonstrated record of effective nurse recruitment and retention strategies, including the ability to develop and retain new graduate nurses.
• Demonstrated responsibility for regulatory and HR practices with direct experience in regulatory surveys (TJC, CDPH, etc.) and in labor practice reviews and investigations (ER, LR, Compliance, BRN).
• Participates in budget development to establish priorities and resources to achieve expected outcomes, measures expectations against actual budgetary performance, and ensures variances are within given targets.
• Personal commitment to the development and advancement of clinical leaders throughout the organization.
• Demonstrated passion for the delivery of the highest level of service to patients and their families.
• Successful track record employing quality, safety, and performance improvement initiatives that achieve superior clinical quality, favorable financial outcomes, and high patient and nurse satisfaction and engagement.
• Proven ability of building internal and external relationships, with a demonstrated track record of working successfully with, academic partners, physicians and, physician leaders, diverse management teams and Health System partners in various departments (i.e. Infection Prevention, EH&S, Pharmacy, Clinical Affairs, Risk, Compliance, PCS, Clinical Engineering, Central Distribution, Pathology, CPPN, Center for Nursing Science, Quality and others.).
• Demonstrates strong financial acumen and innovative approaches to engage staff in reducing waste and enhancing value for patients.
• Demonstrated commitment to the ANCC Magnet Recognition program.
• Embraces cultural diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by support for innovative recruitment and retention strategies focused on building a diverse clinical workforce.
• Demonstrates a strong executive presence and is politically savvy, including communication skills that enable them to appreciate other perspectives and offer compelling insights and recommendations.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• 100% - Professional Nursing Role and Responsibilities

Department Overview

The Ambulatory Care Division provides a full complement of facilities and services, including primary and specialty care, hospital-based teaching clinics, community clinics, and research clinics. The full complement of facilities and services includes 40 hospital-based clinics and 25 medical practices serving Sacramento, Yolo, and Placer counties. The division oversees complex care delivery in clinics, infusion centers, gastroenterology procedure labs, imaging centers, and neuroscience and sleep labs. Ambulatory operations also offers a vast array of virtual care through office-based primary care and specialty telehealth video visits, eConsults, and extended hours, telehealth express care. The Division is committed to maintaining a fully integrated Academic Health Center, contributing to excellence in patient care and the enhancement of educational and research initiatives.

The Clinical Operations Department is responsible for many of the Ambulatory Care Division's outpatient clinic activities. Clinical Operations Administrative staff advise executives regarding key business decisions, help support and improve ongoing operations, and report on a broad variety of business critical financial and operational metrics.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $160,700.00 - $388,700.00 annually
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 30
• UC Job Title: AMBUL CARE PAT MGR 3
• UC Job Code: 005716
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): Variable 8-hour shift
• Location: UCDHAS Building (HSP165)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Maintains flexible scheduling as required by workload and departmental needs.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks