The University of Iowa
Nursing Unit Clerk (NUC) - Medical/Surgical Cardiology Intermediate Care Unit (4
The University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, United States, 52245
Overview
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. ®
University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing's Medical Surgical Cardiology Intermediate Care Unit is seeking a 50% Nursing Unit Clerk (NUC) to perform clerical, reception, and related duties relative to nursing care and services to patients.
Medical Surgical Cardiology Unit (4 RCP) – Gold Beacon Unit:
4RCP is a 47-bed unit providing care for adult medical cardiology, cardiac and thoracic surgery patients requiring telemetry monitoring, temporary cardiac pacing, vasoactive and anticoagulant medication infusions. The unit provides care to postoperative patients including esophagectomies, Nissen fundoplications, thoracotomies, heart transplantation, CABG, valve replacements and TAVR. 4RCP also provides care to patients with cardiomyopathy, pulmonary hypertension, chest pain, post percutaneous coronary interventions, as well as arrhythmia management. The unit is certified to provide care to patients with left ventricular-assist-devices (LVAD). Through a multidisciplinary teamwork approach, 4RCP was awarded with a Gold Beacon Award for Excellence by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN); this is the only Gold Beacon Award in the state of Iowa. Our certifications include:
Joint Commission Advanced Disease Specific Certification for Ventricular Assist Device
Joint Commission Certification for Ventricular Assist Device Destination Therapy
Joint Commission Certification for Cardiac Valve Repair and Replacement
Joint Commission Disease Specific Certification for Aortic Aneurysm
Joint Commission Disease Specific Certification for Valve Repair and Replacement
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Communicates and interacts with patients, visitors, and other health care professionals in an effective manner and maintains positive, cooperative relationships
Utilizes and maintains electronic communication systems to ensure communication among the health care team members and patients/families, including text pagers, locator badges, wireless phones, and other new systems
Provides information and direction to health care personnel and visitors coming to the unit, answers the telephone; takes and delivers messages and assists in keeping White Boards updated at least daily as appropriate
Helps to answer call lights, maintain call-light system, and relay information in a timely manner to appropriate team members
Proficient in navigating web-based resources and using online clinical and business applications
Performs computer functions within scope of role as defined by the individual unit
Maintains accurate census information; (e.g., timely ADT entry into IDX, Premise bed board activities, correct level of accommodation charges, and census reconciliation)
Processes patient charges including batching charges in a timely manner, as appropriate
Notifies appropriate health care professionals of a patient admission and prepares the required forms with patient identification information
Completes and maintains hospital and nursing records
Uses appropriate medical terminology and symbols, i.e. verbal, written and electronic
Assists health care providers in scheduling patient tests and appointments
Practices standard precautions in infection control in accordance with institutional policy
Assists staff during emergencies, and other patient cares and services as directed
Maintains a process for ordering, obtaining, and storing supplies that is cost effective and meets unit needs
Participates in unit staff meetings and in-services
Performs other projects or tasks as assigned
Benefits
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
Minimum Eligibility Requirements:
Graduation from high school and any combination of clerical experience, health care experience and/or post high school education which totals one year, or
Any combination of clerical experience and/or health care experience which totals two years.
Desirable Qualifications:
6 months of clerical experience
Public contact/customer service experience
Medical terminology knowledge
Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel
Please include a resume with your submission.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 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 the Kylie Guy at kylie-guy@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.
Additional Information
Appointment Type: Merit
Schedule: Part-time
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity 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, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
Note: This description reflects the current job duties and qualifications and is subject to change at any time.
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University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing's Medical Surgical Cardiology Intermediate Care Unit is seeking a 50% Nursing Unit Clerk (NUC) to perform clerical, reception, and related duties relative to nursing care and services to patients.
Medical Surgical Cardiology Unit (4 RCP) – Gold Beacon Unit:
4RCP is a 47-bed unit providing care for adult medical cardiology, cardiac and thoracic surgery patients requiring telemetry monitoring, temporary cardiac pacing, vasoactive and anticoagulant medication infusions. The unit provides care to postoperative patients including esophagectomies, Nissen fundoplications, thoracotomies, heart transplantation, CABG, valve replacements and TAVR. 4RCP also provides care to patients with cardiomyopathy, pulmonary hypertension, chest pain, post percutaneous coronary interventions, as well as arrhythmia management. The unit is certified to provide care to patients with left ventricular-assist-devices (LVAD). Through a multidisciplinary teamwork approach, 4RCP was awarded with a Gold Beacon Award for Excellence by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN); this is the only Gold Beacon Award in the state of Iowa. Our certifications include:
Joint Commission Advanced Disease Specific Certification for Ventricular Assist Device
Joint Commission Certification for Ventricular Assist Device Destination Therapy
Joint Commission Certification for Cardiac Valve Repair and Replacement
Joint Commission Disease Specific Certification for Aortic Aneurysm
Joint Commission Disease Specific Certification for Valve Repair and Replacement
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Communicates and interacts with patients, visitors, and other health care professionals in an effective manner and maintains positive, cooperative relationships
Utilizes and maintains electronic communication systems to ensure communication among the health care team members and patients/families, including text pagers, locator badges, wireless phones, and other new systems
Provides information and direction to health care personnel and visitors coming to the unit, answers the telephone; takes and delivers messages and assists in keeping White Boards updated at least daily as appropriate
Helps to answer call lights, maintain call-light system, and relay information in a timely manner to appropriate team members
Proficient in navigating web-based resources and using online clinical and business applications
Performs computer functions within scope of role as defined by the individual unit
Maintains accurate census information; (e.g., timely ADT entry into IDX, Premise bed board activities, correct level of accommodation charges, and census reconciliation)
Processes patient charges including batching charges in a timely manner, as appropriate
Notifies appropriate health care professionals of a patient admission and prepares the required forms with patient identification information
Completes and maintains hospital and nursing records
Uses appropriate medical terminology and symbols, i.e. verbal, written and electronic
Assists health care providers in scheduling patient tests and appointments
Practices standard precautions in infection control in accordance with institutional policy
Assists staff during emergencies, and other patient cares and services as directed
Maintains a process for ordering, obtaining, and storing supplies that is cost effective and meets unit needs
Participates in unit staff meetings and in-services
Performs other projects or tasks as assigned
Benefits
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
Minimum Eligibility Requirements:
Graduation from high school and any combination of clerical experience, health care experience and/or post high school education which totals one year, or
Any combination of clerical experience and/or health care experience which totals two years.
Desirable Qualifications:
6 months of clerical experience
Public contact/customer service experience
Medical terminology knowledge
Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel
Please include a resume with your submission.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 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 the Kylie Guy at kylie-guy@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.
Additional Information
Appointment Type: Merit
Schedule: Part-time
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity 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, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
Note: This description reflects the current job duties and qualifications and is subject to change at any time.
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