Nurse Mgr

Overview

UnityPoint-St Luke's Hospital

PRN (as needed)

Hours vary as needed

Coordinates activities within the hospital including assisting with staffing, patient flow and coordination of hospital activities. Assists as directed in data collection and monitoring aspects of patient care. Acts as a resource person for nursing staff and also for other departments within the hospital as indicated. Manages situations that arise in the hospital.

Why UnityPoint Health?

• Culture- At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
• Benefits- Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment- We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Development- We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
• Community Involvement- Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org .

Responsibilities

Leadership

• Monitors care given by appropriate team members in accordance with patient needs and the team member's professional capabilities and qualifications.
• Assists in creating a positive work environment by the mentoring of staff/students and working with team members to facilitate initiatives that strive for positive outcomes in quality and care of patients.
• Reliable attendance is an expectation.
• Coordinates patient flow and placement to coordinate with staff availability.
• Identifies problem situations, develops and implements effective decisions.

Pharmacy-IV

• Prepare/Mix IV solutions
• Follows physicians' orders for appropriate medications and concentration
• Demonstrates appropriate aseptic technique
• Understands and follows standard dilutions and preparation procedures
• Utilizes on call pharmacist as a resource for drug information/order clarification

Surgery Call in Duties

• Responsible for surgery scheduling after hours and on weekends and holidays
• Works directly with physicians to schedule surgeries
• Calls surgery staff that are needed after hours, weekends and holidays

Basic UPH Performance Criteria

• Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
• Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
• Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
• Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
• Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
• Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.

Preferred or Specialized

Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Education:

Graduate from an approved nursing program

BSN preferred

Experience:

3 years clinical experience

2 years of critical care experience preferred

License(s)/Certification(s):

Current Iowa Registered Nursing License.

Basic Life Support Certification upon hire.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification within 45 days of hire.

Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification within 45 days of hire.

Completion of eight hours of stroke education prior to the end of orientation and annually

Must be CPI/MOAB (Management of Aggressive Behaviors) certified within the first 6 months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment (renewal every 2 years).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Effective leadership skills

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Critical thinking skills

Able to manage patient flow

Other:

Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.

• Area of Interest: Leadership- Nursing;
• FTE/Hours per pay period: .01;
• Department: Nursing Administration- SLRMC;
• Shift:varies;
• Job ID: 146365;