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University of Iowa

Staff Nurse - Urology Clinic /OR/ Procedure Suite (50%)

University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, United States, 52245

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Overview

Sign-on incentive:

Qualified candidates are eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $10,000. University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing is seeking a

50% Staff Nurse

to work at the Urology Clinic / OR Procedures. Summary

Assess patients' nursing care needs, evaluate effectiveness of care provided, and integrate nursing theory and research into clinical practice. Provide leadership to members of the nursing team in order to maintain patient care standards. Duties

Applies nursing theory to the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of patient responses to health and illness. Assesses patient health care preferences and expectations. Collaboratively coordinates the continuum of care across settings. Develops patient care plans based on patient condition, age, and psychosocial factors that prescribe interventions to attain expected outcomes. Implements patient care plans according to patient priorities, documents interventions and patient/family response. Collaborates and integrates the contributions of patients and families into the multidisciplinary patient care plan. Develops, coordinates, and implements transfer/discharge planning throughout the episode of care. Implements nursing interventions according to department, division, and/or unit policies, procedures, and protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Follows universal precautions. Opportunity to cross-train to assist with clinic procedures. Pre-operative check-in for patients including IV starts and lab draws. Nurse circulator/scrub for endoscopic urology procedures under MAC or general anesthesia. About the Organization

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. Our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. Work Details

Percent of Time:

50% Schedule:

Variable days. Monday-Friday; No weekends or holidays. Salary:

$61,183 minimum at 100% effort, commensurate with experience and percent effort. Procedural Differentials:

Up to $5,000 per year Location:

University Campus Benefits Highlights:

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

An Associate’s Degree in Nursing, a Diploma in Nursing, a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Professional Masters of Nursing and Healthcare Practice (MNHP), MSN/Clinical Nurse Leader or a Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN, MA) is required. Required Qualifications

Current license to practice in the state of Iowa by time of hire. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with patients/families, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members. Demonstrates excellent customer service skills. General computer skills are required. ACLS must be completed within a year. Desired Qualifications

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or Masters Degree in Nursing is highly desired. If a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is not yet obtained, active enrollment in a BSN program is desirable. Application Process

To be considered, applicants must upload a resume that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. For questions, contact Nicole Olmstead at nicole-olmstead@uiowa.edu. Additional Information

Classification Title: Staff Nurse Appointment Type: SEIU Schedule: Part-time Work Modality Options: On Campus Compensation

Pay Level: 52 Contact Information

Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Nicole Olmstead Contact Email: nicole-olmstead@uiowa.edu

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