Assistant Nurse Manager: Adult Psychiatry Unit (7RC) at University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa

Job Description:

University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager for the Adult Psychiatry Unit (7RC) to perform specific tasks to assist members of the Nursing team in providing patient care under the direct supervision of the Nurse Manager.

7RCP is separated into a 12-bed mood disorder unit and a 13-bed general adult psychiatry unit. We utilize an evidence-based, patient-centered, interdisciplinary approach, with contributions from physicians, psychologists, advanced practice providers, master-level therapists, nurses, social workers, dieticians, occupational and recreational therapists, all striving to work collaboratively with patients and families to provide the best possible care. 7RCP features a new and collaborative position, Behavioral Health Consultant, with a goal to elevate the patient and team outcomes. Evidence-based therapeutic modalities utilized on the unit include dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, and trauma-informed care.

This state-of-the-art unit design features private rooms, natural light-filled spaces, open nurses' station, and exercise rooms. Innovative technology has been integrated into this space to promote a safe environment for staff members and patients.


University of Iowa Health Care-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. 50% of hours are in patient care. Typically Monday to Friday day shift with occasional on call.


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
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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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.
  

Experience Required

• 1-3 years of current Behavioral Health experience with demonstrated skills in leadership/management
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication 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
  

Desirable Qualifications:

• Knowledge of University of Iowa Health Care policies, procedures and regulations
• Experience working in large academic medical center
• Experience working in a union environment

Please attach a resume as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact Lindsey Fudge at Lindsey-Fudge@uiowa.edu


Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.



References:

Five professional references will be requested and required at a later step in the recruitment process


Additional Information

• Classification Title: Assistant Nurse Manager
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time

Compensation

• Pay Level: 5A

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Lindsey Fudge
• Contact Email: lindsey-fudge@uiowa.edu

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