[PRN Staff Nurse- Main Operating Room Team 4
Posting ID139211
DepartmentNursing Service/UIHC
JobcodeStaff Nurse
Working TitlePRN Staff Nurse- Main Operating Room Team 4
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The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Department of Nursing is seeking Staff Nurses in the Main Operating Room toperform specific tasks to assist members of the Nursing team in providing patient care under the direct supervision of the Nurse Manager. University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Main Operating RoomIncludes 32 operating rooms serving adult and pediatric surgical specialties open 24/7. Intra-operative services are divided into six teams staffed by RNs and Surgical Technologists.
Characteristic Duties of our Staff Nurses include but are not limited to:
Applies nursing theory to the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of patient responses to health and illnessAssesses patient health care preferences and expectationsCollaboratively coordinates the continuum of care across settingsDevelops patient care plan based on patient condition, age, and psychological, educational, and socioeconomic conditions that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomesImplements patient care plan according to patient priorities, which includes interventions identified through nursing diagnoses,documents/reports, interventions and patient/family responseCollaborates and integrates contributions of patients and families into multidisciplinary patient care planDevelops, coordinates and implements transfer/discharge planning throughout episode of careImplements nursing interventions according to department, division, and/or unit policies, procedures, and protocols to maintain safe environment for patients, visitors and staffFollows universal precautionRequired Qualifications:
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 requiredExcellent written and verbal communication skills are requiredDemonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with patients/families, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal interactionsGeneral computer skills are requiredCurrent license to practice nursing in Iowa is required by date of hireDesired Qualifications:
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or Masters Degree in Nursing is highly desiredIf Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is not yet obtained, active enrollment in a BSN program is desirableKnowledge of university policies and procedures is desiredSchedule:
Commitment of 24 hours per month. Opportunity to pick up on-call. One holiday per year.Contact
MORGAN SCHIPPEREmail: [email protected]
Application InstructionsTo apply for a PRN position, please email a copy of your resume and letter of interest to [email protected].
Ad Start Date01/16/2024
Ad End Date02/16/2024The University of Iowa prohibits discrimination in employment or in its educational programs and activities on the basis of race, national origin, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preference. The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to University facilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply for all employment vacancies.