Director, Nursing Services - Medical Surgical Services Division
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Nursing or related field. If Master’s Degree is in a related field, a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing is required
- Current, valid license to practice nursing in Iowa
- Comprehensive (7-10 years) experience in an administrative position in a large, complex health care organization with demonstrated ability to work with multiple disciplines to ensure effective health care operations with progressive leadership in an acute inpatient setting
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to serve as a liaison and to collaborate with physicians, staff, patient, and other customers
- Demonstrated experience assuring patient safety, quality of care and compliance in a regulatory environment with various state and federal
agencies and the Joint Commission - Demonstrated job-related experience and/or commitment to fostering a respectful and supportive environment in the workplace or academic setting.
- Demonstrated experience developing budget strategy, priorities and negotiating resource issue
- Role model Service Excellence principles
Must be proficient in computer and software applications
Desirable Qualifications:- Current knowledge of University policies and procedures
- Certification in a role or specialty through a nationally recognized professional nursing certification body
- Experience working in a union environment
- Knowledge of nursing research and EBP programs related to Medical Surgical Nursing care
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. If you have questions you can contact Tiffany Perkins at tiffany-perkins@uiowa.edu.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
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.
