Executive Director, Patient Care Services - ACU & ICU - Retama Hospital
Company: University Health
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Executive Director, Patient Care Services - ACU & ICU -
University Health Retama Hospital Come grow with us! At University
Health, we are building a healthier future with our community
hospitals. We welcome driven healthcare leaders who thrive in
collaborative environments and are ready to make a lasting impact.
University Health Retama Campus University Health Retama Hospital
will be located next to the Retama Park Horse Track in Selma off of
Loop 1604 and Retama Parkway. This community hospital also includes
a 24/7 emergency department, labor and delivery unit, radiology,
laboratory, pharmacy, neonatal intensive care unit/nursery, and
inpatient units for both adults and children. The hospital will
open in 2026-27 with 166 beds and is designed to expand to 286 beds
as this area continues to grow. To make it even more convenient for
patients, a connected 100,000-square-foot medical office building
will offer appointments for a wide range of medical and surgical
specialists. University Health is Leading the Way For more than 100
years, University Health has been here to heal, to improve health,
to lead, innovate and advance the practice of medicine. Above all,
the people of University Health are here to serve all who entrust
us with their health and lives with the highest quality care,
respect and compassion. At the University Health main campus,
University Hospital proudly serves as the primary teaching facility
for UT Health San Antonio and is the premiere Level I trauma center
for South Texas . Position Summary Under the director of the Chief
Nurse Officer, is responsible for the daily operations of 120 beds
in between Intensive Care (ICU) and Ambulatory Care Units (ACU).
Maintains management responsibility and accountability for clinical
practice of nursing for multiple units. Manages programs and runs
monthly Quality Assurance and Process Improvement (QAPI).
Participates in regional and national management organizations,
keeping well informed on issues affecting patient care services and
giving visibility to University Health. Education and Experience
Requirements Bachelor’s degree in nursing and current registration
with the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas is
required (Magnet). Master’s Degree is required or enrollment in a
master’s program. National certification (e.g. CCRN, RNC, CEN,
CNOR, OCN, ANCC, CAN, CPAN, CFRN, etc.) in related field is
required. Eight to ten years’ experience in nursing with at least
two years in a supervisor or managerial position is preferred.
Experience in a community hospital preferred.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION Current license from the Board of Nurse
Examiners of the State of Texas to practice as a registered nurse
is required. Total Rewards: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Extensive ancillary benefits Paid Time Off Excellent Retirement
Plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible Spending Account Pet
Insurance Apply now and be a part of shaping the future of
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