Pediatric/NICU RN Unit Manager

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Our inpatient pediatric unit can accommodate 8-10 pediatric patients who present with a variety of general medical conditions and those who are in need of post-surgical care. We are one of a very few integrated neonatal intensive care units in the nation. Our NICU infants remain in the LDRP room with the family. This allows for true family centered care and bonding while both recover after delivery. As a Level III NICU, we provide care to infants 28+ weeks gestation. We also have a NICU transport team that typically will help transport infants from smaller hospitals to our NICU when a higher level of care is needed. POSITION PURPOSE Manages the   day-to-day operations and upholds clinical practice standards of the department.   P rovides positive leadership and   problem-solving   skills and   is responsible for   continuous quality improvement, patient satisfaction, budgeting, customer and staff feedback,   training   and development.   W orks cooperatively with other departments of   MercyOne   Northeast Iowa , the   community   and professional organizations to ensure quality services. Adheres to   MercyOne ’s   performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties   in accordance with   the mission,   vision   and values of   MercyOne . ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS R esponsible for   the clinical   practice within the department.

• Assures safe, effective delivery of clinical services.
• On a daily basis, demonstrates own presence or involvement in   department .
• Rounds and interacts with physicians, staff, patients,   families   and customers.
• Available to problem solve,   support   and   assist   the team.
• Upholds clinical practice standards and guidelines.
• Explores opportunities to improve clinical outcomes and   takes   action.
• Keeps   self updated   and current with   new trends   and technology related to clinical specialty, areas of responsibility,   leadership   and management.
• Monitors staffing   pattern   that supports effective clinical services within established budget parameters.
• Assures   operations are responsive to changes in coding,   billing   and reimbursement.
• Collects, analyzes,   interprets   and applies age-specific data.
• Performs tasks/procedures, uses equipment in an   age appropriate   manner.
• Communicates and works with others in an   age appropriate   manner. CQI.
• Develops,   implements   and   monitors   a Quality Improvement Plan that is reviewed and revised annually or as needed for CQI.
• Responds to customer complaints within 24- 48 hours .
• Follows up on incident reports and takes immediate action to events of major consequences.
• Documents and   takes action   within 24 hours on potentially compensable events (i.e., accidents, professional errors, etc.).
• Documents and   reports   unsafe conditions.
• Demonstrates compliance with all licensing, accrediting, certification, and/or legal requirements . Communication/ leadership.
• Assures actions and decisions are consistent with the Mission,   Vision   and Values.
• Works cooperatively with physicians, volunteers,   employees   and other   NEIA   personnel.
• Adapts current operations to the changing needs of customers, families, physicians,   employees   and the community.
• Keeps director/V.P. informed of programs,   problems   and issues.
• Resolves problems independently as   appropriate .
• Communicates to   staff   all relevant information; holds periodic communication meetings and ensures records are kept.
• Adheres to existing policies and procedures;   assists   in developing policies and procedures that are consistent with regulating agency guidelines and   MercyOne   mission and philosophy.
• Promotes and adheres to the elements of the Corporate Compliance Program.
• Manages change by educating team members to accept and acknowledge change, leading others through it with enthusiasm.
• Actively listens and often helps others to deal with stress and stressful situations . Team Development.
• Selects competent staff at a level consistent with need,   in a timely manner .
• Ensures new employees are oriented to department and job and that initial competency assessment is complete and documented.
• Delivers   objective and honest feedback, giving credit when deserved.
• Completes annual competency assessments on or before due date.
• Administers and   documents   disciplinary action as   appropriate .
• Encourages staff development (i.e., assesses needs,   assists   in development of education plan).
• Spreads enthusiasm and brings enjoyment to the   work place .
• Facilitates team discussion toward positive solutions.
• Maintains an acceptable turnover rate . Budgeting.
• Prepares/contributes to an annual budget that is congruent with goals and   objectives .
• Maintains acceptable level of expenditures consistent with budgeted amounts.
• Adjusts   utilization   of staff and materials to actual workload.
• Makes decisions about and effectively coordinates the use of all resources (people, materials, time) to achieve maximum productivity . Adheres to all safety, infection control and   colleague   health policies and procedures.
• Attends required safety programs.
• Appropriately and consistently   uses   the personal protective equipment required   of   the job.
• Knows and can   demonstrate   departmental emergency procedures for fire,   disaster   and other emergency situations.
• Reports and removes unsafe equipment/furniture.
• Asks for   assistance   when needed to   assure   safety for all involved.
• Maintains a safe working environment and practices safe working habits. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures   in order to   ensure   adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior . LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES As a   MercyOne   Trinity Health Leader, the incumbent is expected to demonstrate leadership traits which support our Mission Statement and Core Values as identified below: Mission Statement:    We,   MercyOne   Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. Core Values:
• Reverence:    We honor the sacredness and dignity of every person.
• Commitment to Those who are Poor:    We stand with and serve those who are poor, especially those most vulnerable.
• Safety : We embrace a culture that prevents harm and nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
• Justice:    We foster right relationships to promote the common good, including sustainability of Earth.
• Stewardship:    We honor our heritage and hold ourselves accountable for the human, financial and natural resources entrusted to our care.
• Integrity:   We are faithful to those we say we are. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and bachelor’s degree is required.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Current Iowa RN license, (MercyOne Genesis - current Registered Nurse (RN) license in either Iowa or Illinois is required at the time of hire. A secondary RN license for the other state must be obtained within 12 months of the hire date.) At least two (2) years of relevant clinical nursing experience is required.
• Relevant supervisory experience is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) is required within three (3) months of hire.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter for both Child and Dependent Adult Abuse training is required within six (6) months of hire.
• Specialty practice certification is preferred.
• Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health and MercyOne. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an

Equal Opportunity

Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.