University of Iowa
Clinical Practice Leader (CPL) - Stem Cell Transplant/Cellular Therapies Unit (3
University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, United States, 52240
Clinical Practice Leader
Are you a visionary nurse leader passionate about driving exceptional patient care, inspiring teamwork, and advancing evidence-based practice? The 3JCP Stem Cell Transplant/Cellular Therapies Unit at University of Iowa Health Care invites you to step into a pivotal role as our Clinical Practice Leader (CPL). Be part of a team that makes a difference every day. Your leadership can shape the future of nursing on 3JCP. Apply now and embark on a career where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is profound. This state-of-the-art 24-bed unit is part of the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center and houses the only blood and marrow transplant unit in Iowa. The unit is a dynamic and fast-paced environment, rich with opportunities for both the new graduate nurse and the experienced nurse looking for new challenges. Specialized, comprehensive care is provided to adult patients with leukemia and patients undergoing transplant for multiple myeloma, leukemia, lymphoma, and other types of hematologic disorders. Caring for these patients is a holistic and dynamic process that is both challenging and stimulating. Essential to the care of these inspiring patients is our interdisciplinary team that is skilled in oncology care. Exceptional care of the oncology patient embodies excellent clinical skills intertwined with compassionate care, to achieve optimum outcomes. This unit's vision is to provide expertise in quality patient/family-centered care for every patient, every time. Our team achieves this through competence, character, and communication. A primary responsibility of this team is to provide care that will assist the patients to cope with the physiological and psychological components of their illness. This unit offers an energizing and healthy work environment that allows staff to thrive and grow both personally and professionally. This program has been accredited by the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT) since 2001, and through a multidisciplinary teamwork approach, was awarded the Silver Beacon Award for Excellence in 2016 by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN). The Role:
As a Clinical Practice Leader, you will: Lead with Purpose: Champion clinical care at the microsystem level, fostering improvements in patient outcomes and staff development. Inspire Innovation: Drive evidence-based practice through education, quality initiatives, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Be the Expert: Provide mentorship, ensure staff competencies, and guide the implementation of cutting-edge nursing practices. Ensure Excellence: Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and proactively support a culture of continuous improvement. Percent of Time: 100% Schedule: Monday-Friday, day shift, shared leadership on-call Location: Medical Center University P&S Pay Scale: Benefits Highlights: Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa Fringe benefits package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans For more information about Why Iowa?, click here Education or Equivalency Required:
Master's degree in Nursing required. Specialty in Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL/CNS) designation preferred. Required Qualifications:
Current, valid license to practice nursing in Iowa 3+ years of clinical nursing experience. Demonstrates knowledge and experience with: Staff education and development Outcomes based practice and quality improvement Leading change processes including implementation of evidence-based practice. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Proficient in computer software applications Desired Qualifications:
Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL)
Certification by the Commission on Nurse Certification or certification relevant to clinical specialty. Demonstrate ability to understand and deliver care at the microsystem level while being part of a larger, complex environment. Role models professional and clinical practice. Experience with nursing research. Strong critical thinking and analytical skills and ability to problem solve. Member/active participation in professional organization(s). Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume/CV (under submission relevant materials) that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications for this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This position may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be asked to provide five (5) professional references. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Please contact Tiffany Perkins at tiffany-perkins@uiowa.edu with any questions.
Are you a visionary nurse leader passionate about driving exceptional patient care, inspiring teamwork, and advancing evidence-based practice? The 3JCP Stem Cell Transplant/Cellular Therapies Unit at University of Iowa Health Care invites you to step into a pivotal role as our Clinical Practice Leader (CPL). Be part of a team that makes a difference every day. Your leadership can shape the future of nursing on 3JCP. Apply now and embark on a career where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is profound. This state-of-the-art 24-bed unit is part of the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center and houses the only blood and marrow transplant unit in Iowa. The unit is a dynamic and fast-paced environment, rich with opportunities for both the new graduate nurse and the experienced nurse looking for new challenges. Specialized, comprehensive care is provided to adult patients with leukemia and patients undergoing transplant for multiple myeloma, leukemia, lymphoma, and other types of hematologic disorders. Caring for these patients is a holistic and dynamic process that is both challenging and stimulating. Essential to the care of these inspiring patients is our interdisciplinary team that is skilled in oncology care. Exceptional care of the oncology patient embodies excellent clinical skills intertwined with compassionate care, to achieve optimum outcomes. This unit's vision is to provide expertise in quality patient/family-centered care for every patient, every time. Our team achieves this through competence, character, and communication. A primary responsibility of this team is to provide care that will assist the patients to cope with the physiological and psychological components of their illness. This unit offers an energizing and healthy work environment that allows staff to thrive and grow both personally and professionally. This program has been accredited by the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT) since 2001, and through a multidisciplinary teamwork approach, was awarded the Silver Beacon Award for Excellence in 2016 by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN). The Role:
As a Clinical Practice Leader, you will: Lead with Purpose: Champion clinical care at the microsystem level, fostering improvements in patient outcomes and staff development. Inspire Innovation: Drive evidence-based practice through education, quality initiatives, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Be the Expert: Provide mentorship, ensure staff competencies, and guide the implementation of cutting-edge nursing practices. Ensure Excellence: Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and proactively support a culture of continuous improvement. Percent of Time: 100% Schedule: Monday-Friday, day shift, shared leadership on-call Location: Medical Center University P&S Pay Scale: Benefits Highlights: Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa Fringe benefits package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans For more information about Why Iowa?, click here Education or Equivalency Required:
Master's degree in Nursing required. Specialty in Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL/CNS) designation preferred. Required Qualifications:
Current, valid license to practice nursing in Iowa 3+ years of clinical nursing experience. Demonstrates knowledge and experience with: Staff education and development Outcomes based practice and quality improvement Leading change processes including implementation of evidence-based practice. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Proficient in computer software applications Desired Qualifications:
Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL)
Certification by the Commission on Nurse Certification or certification relevant to clinical specialty. Demonstrate ability to understand and deliver care at the microsystem level while being part of a larger, complex environment. Role models professional and clinical practice. Experience with nursing research. Strong critical thinking and analytical skills and ability to problem solve. Member/active participation in professional organization(s). Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume/CV (under submission relevant materials) that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications for this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This position may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be asked to provide five (5) professional references. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Please contact Tiffany Perkins at tiffany-perkins@uiowa.edu with any questions.