Manager Nursing Services- Clinical Staffing

UnityPoint Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Daily Pay

Pet insurance

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Manager RN II who will have 24-hour accountability for the Clinical Staffing Department, Bed Flow, Internal Resource Team, Schedulers, and Telesitters, shaping safe environments and optimal staffing.

You will collaborate with physicians and leaders to set strategic goals, implement evidence-based practices, monitor quality and patient experience, and manage budget and resources. This role offers growth opportunities and a strong benefits program.

Qualifications

• BSN degree required.
• Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa.
• BCLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• 2 years leadership or management experience; 3 years clinical inpatient nursing experience.
• Level 2 Light Work with ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally and stand/walk for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and accountability for the overall performance of assigned inpatient unit(s).
• Establish strategic priorities, goals, and performance standards to support excellence in patient care and staff engagement.
• Monitor and evaluate departmental outcomes including quality, safety, patient experience, and financial performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and foster accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
• Ensure adherence to hospital policies, nursing standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., DNV, CMS).
• Partner with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams to develop and evaluate evidence-based care practices.
• Lead initiatives to improve patient safety, care quality, and service delivery across the department.
• Utilize data and performance metrics to guide decisions and achieve goals.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a skilled nursing workforce; conduct evaluations and address performance issues.
• Support professional growth through mentoring and continuing education.
• Oversee departmental budget and resource utilization; collaborate on planning.
• Collaborate with leadership on operational and capital planning.

Education

BSN

Job description

Overview

The Manager RN II has 24 hour accountability and responsibility for the Clinical Staffing Department, Bed Flow, Internal Resource Team, Schedulers, and Telesitters. The manager is responsible for creating safe, healthy environments that support the work of the health care team and contribute to patient engagement. The manager assists in creating a professional environment where team members are able to contribute to optimal staffing and patient outcomes throughout the organization. The Manager RN collaborates with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and hospital leadership to set strategic goals, implement evidence-based practices, and ensure alignment with organizational priorities.

Why UnityPoint Health?:

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and accountability for the overall performance of assigned inpatient unit(s).
• Establish strategic priorities, goals, and performance standards that support excellence in patient care and staff engagement.
• Monitor and evaluate departmental outcomes, including quality, safety, patient experience, and financial performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
• Ensure departmental compliance with hospital policies, nursing standards, and regulatory/accreditation requirements (e.g., DNV, CMS).
• Partner with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and evaluate evidence-based care practices.
• Lead initiatives to improve patient safety, care quality, and service delivery across the department.
• Utilize data and performance metrics to guide decision-making and achieve departmental goals.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a skilled nursing workforce to meet patient care needs.
• Conduct performance evaluations, coach staff, and address performance issues in alignment with hospital policy.
• Support professional growth through mentorship, continuing education, and leadership opportunities.
• Oversee departmental budget and resource utilization to ensure sustainability and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with leadership on operational and capital planning to support departmental goals.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

License(s)/Certification(s)

• Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa.
• BCLS within 90 days
• IA Mandabory Reporter- Adult and Child

Experience

• 3 years clinical nursing experience in an inpatient hospital setting
• 2 years prior leadership or management experience

Other

• Level 2 Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Requires walking or standing to a significant degree, pushing or pulling arm or leg controls or maintaining a production rate pace.