The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Department of Nursing is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager for the Surgery Specialty Services Unit (2RC) to provide leadership and management of the nursing team. The Surgery Specialty Unit is part of UIHC's Medical Surgical Services (MSS) division.

2RC is a 34-bed surgical unit that provides post-operative care for a variety of patients undergoing complex procedures. Essential to the care of these multidimensional patients is an interdisciplinary team skilled in the areas of post-operative disease processes. Patient care includes solid organ transplant, trauma surgery, vascular, colorectal surgery, bariatrics, and emergency general surgery.

This unit is a dynamic and fast paced environment rich with opportunities for learning. We utilize a multidisciplinary approach to patient care that encourages teamwork between physicians, nursing staff, therapy staff, social work and a variety of other consulting disciplines to provide the most comprehensive care for our patients.

In this role, the Assistant Nurse Manager will assist in delivering safe, quality, family-centered patient care in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, under the direct supervision of the Nurse Manager. The Assistant Nurse Manager will support members of the nursing team by providing patient care during up to 50% of hours worked. Other tasks include but are not limited to, assisting with staff onboarding/education, ELMS scheduling/payroll, completing audits, coaching/accountability discussions, shared on-call with Assistant Manager and Nurse Manager, and assisting the unit with ongoing Joint Commission readiness.

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®

Percent of Time: 100%
Schedule: 40 hours per week, Primarily Monday - Friday, 50% of hours in patient care.
Rotations: Rotating call, weekends/nights/holidays as needed per leadership responsibility.
Location: UIHC Main Campus, Roy Carver Pavilion
P&S Pay Plan: https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/professional-and-scientific-pay-structure

Benefits Highlights:
Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
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Education Required:
Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is required

Certifications:
Current license to practice nursing in Iowa is required by date of hire.

Required Qualifications:
1+ years of nursing experience with demonstrated skills in leadership.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with computer software applications (such as Microsoft programs)
Demonstrates time management, organization of workload, delegation, and attention to detail
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
Demonstrates appreciation for diversity with an understanding of the benefits of a diverse workforce

Desirable Qualifications:
Clinical experience with patients
Knowledge of UIHC policies, procedures and regulations
Experience working in large academic medical center
Experience working in a union environment

• Certification in a role or specialty through a nationally recognized professional nursing certification body. (If not currently certified, must seek certification in a role or specialty as soon as eligible to sit for the exam.)

A resume is required as part of the application process. This posting is for multiple openings and will be posted for 14 calendar days. At the end of the 14-day posting period, candidates may reapply to be considered for additional openings. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions or additional information, please contact Kyle Fountain at kyle-fountain@uiowa.edu

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.