OBGYN Assistant Nurse Manager - Jefferson Street - Downtown Campus

• Participates in the assessment and evaluation of nursing care requirements for the patient population.
• Assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of standards of care for a patient population, which are consistent with current nursing practice and the condition and age of the patients.
• Assesses patient care to ensure that patient assignment system reflects patient care needs and staff capabilities.
• Monitors and contributes to individual patient care and discharge planning activities carried out by unit staff nurses.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members and implements care planning activities for specific group of patients.
• Serves as a role model for staff by demonstrating clinical expertise when providing direct patient care.
• Serves as a resource for patient care problems.
• Practices according to department/division/unit policies, procedures, protocols and practice guidelines to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff.
• Collaborates with the Nurse Manager to assist with implementation of division and unit(s) strategic plans.

• Bachelors of Nursing Required

• Current license to practice nursing in Iowa is required by date of hire
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills, decision making, and critical thinking skills
• Proficiency with computer software applications (such as Microsoft programs)
• Demonstrates time management, organization of workload, delegation, attention to detail and thoroughness
• Collaborates and develops effective interpersonal relationships with nursing staff, medical staff, interdisciplinary teams, and other hospital departments
• Demonstrates effective teaching skills for staff and patient education
• Professional job-related experience fostering or promoting a welcoming and respectful work/academic environment where people of all backgrounds and perspectives feel welcomed and appreciated; or demonstrated the ability to do so

• Current experience managing/leading transitions in care
• Experience in Labor and Delivery nursing
• Knowledge of UI and UI Health Care policies, procedures, and regulations
• Experience working in a large academic medical center
• Experience working in a union environment

• Classification Title: Assistant Nurse Manager
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

• Pay Level: 5A

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Kiley Skay
• Contact Email: kiley-skay@uiowa.edu

University of Iowa